der Prozess
Translation
process, procedure, trial, lawsuit
Examples
Der Lernprozess ist manchmal schwierig.
The learning process is sometimes difficult.
Der Prozess gegen den Angeklagten beginnt heute.
The trial against the defendant begins today.
Grammar Patterns
((against sb.)) the trial against sb. The trial against the man is taking a long time.
((sb.)) ((to put on trial)) to put sb. on trial He will be put on trial.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Vorgang (procedure), Ablauf (sequence); Gerichtsverfahren (court case)
Etymology
From Latin 'processus' (a going forward, advance). It's a cognate of the English word 'process'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'process' as a series of steps, whether it's a manufacturing process or a legal 'process' (trial).