die Umarmung
Translation
hug, embrace
Examples
Eine herzliche Umarmung kann trösten.
A warm hug can be comforting.
Sie gab ihm zum Abschied eine lange Umarmung.
She gave him a long hug goodbye.
Grammar Patterns
to give ((sb.)) a hug ((j-m)) eine Umarmung geben He gave his mother a warm hug.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Zuneigung (affection), die Eintracht (harmony)
Etymology
From the verb 'umarmen' (to hug), composed of 'um-' (around) + 'Arm' (arm). The suffix '-ung' makes it a noun, signifying the act of putting arms around someone.
Memory Tips
Think of putting your 'Arm' 'um' (around) someone to give them a hug.