die Umwelt
Translation
environment, surroundings
Examples
Wir müssen die Umwelt schützen.
We must protect the environment.
Er wuchs in einer ländlichen Umwelt auf.
He grew up in a rural environment.
Grammar Patterns
to protect the environment Wir müssen die Umwelt schützen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: surroundings, milieu
Etymology
From 'um' (around) + 'Welt' (world). The 'world around' us.
Memory Tips
Picture the 'world' (Welt) that is 'around' (um) you. That is your environment.