die Beschreibungen
Translation
descriptions, accounts, specifications
Examples
Die Beschreibungen im Buch sind sehr detailliert.
The descriptions in the book are very detailed.
Ich brauche genaue Beschreibungen der Zeugen.
I need exact descriptions from the witnesses.
Grammar Patterns
a description ((of sth.)) a description of the house
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Schilderung, die Darstellung
Etymology
From the verb 'beschreiben' (to describe), which comes from 'be-' (prefix) + 'schreiben' (to write) + '-ung' (nominalizing suffix). Literally 'a writing-about'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'describing' something by 'writing' ('schreiben') about it. The '-ung' suffix turns it into a noun, like '-ing' or '-tion' in English.