die Rettungsaktion
Translation
rescue operation, rescue mission
Examples
Die Rettungsaktion dauerte die ganze Nacht.
The rescue operation lasted all night.
Eine große Rettungsaktion wurde gestartet.
A large-scale rescue operation was launched.
Grammar Patterns
to ((start/lead)) a rescue operation The fire brigade led the rescue operation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Rettungseinsatz (rescue mission), Bergungsaktion (recovery operation)
Etymology
A compound noun from 'Rettung' (rescue) + 's' (linking element) + 'Aktion' (action/operation). Literally a 'rescue action'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'rescue action'. If you know the two parts, the meaning is clear.