die Glättung
Translation
smoothing, straightening, levelling, flattening
Examples
Die Glättung der Oberfläche ist wichtig.
The smoothing of the surface is important.
Die Glättung der Daten verbessert die Analyse.
The smoothing of the data improves the analysis.
Sie bezahlt viel für die Glättung ihrer Haare.
She pays a lot for the straightening of her hair.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) ((of sth. / Genitive)) the smoothing of sth. The smoothing of the curve is the goal.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Einebnung (levelling), Begradigung (straightening)
Etymology
From the verb 'glätten' (to smooth) plus the noun-forming suffix '-ung'.
Memory Tips
The suffix '-ung' often turns a verb into a feminine noun representing the action or result of that verb. glätten (to smooth) -> die Glättung (the smoothing).