die Entnahme
Translation
withdrawal, removal, extraction, sampling
Examples
Die Entnahme von Blut ist meist schmerzlos.
The withdrawal of blood is usually painless.
Die Entnahme von Wasser aus dem See ist verboten.
The removal of water from the lake is forbidden.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) from ((sth.)) the removal of sth. from sth. The removal of water from the lake is regulated.
((of sth.)) the withdrawal of sth. The withdrawal of blood samples is necessary.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Abhebung (cash withdrawal), Entfernung (removal); Antonyms: Zufuhr (supply), Einzahlung (deposit)
Etymology
From the prefix ent- (away, removal) + Nahme (taking), the noun form of 'nehmen' (to take). Literally 'a taking away'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'entering' a bank to 'take' (`nehmen`) money out. The `ent-` prefix often signifies removal.