die Verurteilung
Translation
conviction, sentencing, condemnation
Examples
Die Verurteilung erfolgte nach einem langen Prozess.
The conviction came after a long trial.
Er erhielt eine Verurteilung zu drei Jahren Haft.
He received a sentence of three years in prison.
Die öffentliche Verurteilung seiner Taten war stark.
The public condemnation of his actions was strong.
Grammar Patterns
Verurteilung ((zu et3)) conviction to sth. The conviction to a fine was mild.
Verurteilung ((wegen et2)) conviction for sth. The conviction for theft was final.
Similar Words
Etymology
From the verb 'verurteilen' (to convict) plus the nominalising suffix '-ung', which indicates an action or result.
Memory Tips
The '-ung' suffix in German often turns a verb into a feminine noun (die), similar to '-tion' or '-ing' in English. So, 'verurteilen' (to convict) becomes 'die Verurteilung' (the conviction).