die Verlosung
Translation
raffle, prize draw, lottery
Examples
Ich nehme an der Verlosung teil.
I am taking part in the raffle.
Der Hauptpreis der Verlosung ist ein Auto.
The main prize of the raffle is a car.
Grammar Patterns
to take part in a raffle an einer Verlosung teilnehmen Many people are taking part in the raffle.
Similar Words
die Tombola (tombola), die Lotterie (lottery)
Etymology
From the verb 'verlosen' (to raffle off). It's composed of 'ver-' (prefix), 'Los' (lot, ticket), and '-ung' (noun suffix).
Memory Tips
Think of putting your 'Los' (ticket) into a box, which 'ver-' (changes) its status to be part of the draw.