die Zeugung
Translation
procreation, conception, begetting
Examples
Die Zeugung neuen Lebens ist ein Wunder.
The procreation of new life is a miracle.
Der Arzt sprach über künstliche Zeugung.
The doctor spoke about artificial insemination.
Grammar Patterns
the procreation ((of sth.)) die Zeugung et2 The procreation of new life is a miracle.
Similar Words
die Fortpflanzung (reproduction), die Empfängnis (conception)
Etymology
From the verb 'zeugen' (to beget, procreate) plus the suffix '-ung', which indicates an action or process.
Memory Tips
Connect it to the verb 'zeugen' (to beget). The '-ung' ending turns it into the act of begetting. Similar to 'erzeugen' (to produce).