die Verschmelzung
Translation
merger, fusion, amalgamation
Examples
Die Verschmelzung der beiden Firmen war erfolgreich.
The merger of the two companies was successful.
Wir beobachten eine Verschmelzung der Kulturen.
We are observing a fusion of cultures.
Die Verschmelzung von Arbeit und Freizeit ist ein Trend.
The blurring of work and leisure is a trend.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) merger/fusion of sth. The merger of the two departments.
((into sth.)) merger/fusion into sth. The merger into a large corporation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Fusion, Vereinigung, Zusammenschluss; Antonyms: Trennung, Spaltung
Etymology
From the verb 'verschmelzen' (to melt together). 'ver-' (together) + 'schmelzen' (to melt) + '-ung' (noun suffix). Literally 'a melting together'.
Memory Tips
Picture two pieces of metal 'schmelzen' (melting) and coming 'ver-' (together) to form one. This image applies to companies, cultures, or ideas.