der Aufstieg
Translation
ascent, rise, promotion, advancement
Examples
Der Aufstieg auf den Berg war anstrengend.
The ascent of the mountain was strenuous.
Sein schneller Aufstieg in der Firma war beeindruckend.
His rapid promotion in the company was impressive.
Die Mannschaft feiert den Aufstieg in die erste Liga.
The team is celebrating its promotion to the first division.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth. / to sth.)) ascent of sth. The ascent of the mountain was difficult.
((to sth.)) promotion to sth. His promotion to manager was quick.
((into sth.)) promotion into sth. The team celebrated its promotion into the premier league.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Beförderung, Erhebung; Antonyms: Abstieg, Fall
Etymology
The noun form of the verb 'aufsteigen' (to rise, to climb up).
Memory Tips
This is the 'act of climbing up'. Remember it applies to climbing a mountain, a career ladder, or a sports league.