der Beitritt
Translation
accession, joining, entry
Examples
Der Beitritt zur EU ist ein langer Prozess.
Accession to the EU is a long process.
Wir feiern den Beitritt eines neuen Mitglieds.
We are celebrating the joining of a new member.
Grammar Patterns
accession ((to sth.)) Accession to an organisation requires an application.
Similar Words
Synonyms: accession, entry, membership; Antonyms: withdrawal, exit
Etymology
From 'bei-' (with, by) + 'Tritt' (step). Literally means 'stepping with' or 'stepping into' a group.
Memory Tips
Imagine taking a 'step' (Tritt) to be 'with' (bei) a group to join them.