die Abwanderung
Translation
emigration, migration, exodus, brain drain
Examples
Die Abwanderung junger Leute ist ein Problem.
The emigration of young people is a problem.
Man beobachtet eine Abwanderung von Fachkräften.
An emigration of skilled workers is being observed.
Grammar Patterns
((of sb.)) the emigration of sb. The emigration of scientists weakens the country.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Emigration, der Exodus; Antonyms: die Zuwanderung, die Einwanderung
Etymology
From 'ab-' (away) + 'wandern' (to wander, migrate) + '-ung' (noun suffix). Literally means 'a wandering away'.
Memory Tips
Imagine people 'wandering' ('wandern') 'away' ('ab-') from their home region or country.