die Kenntnisnahme
Translation
acknowledgement, taking note, notice
Examples
Bitte bestätigen Sie die Kenntnisnahme.
Please confirm acknowledgement.
Das Schreiben dient nur zur Kenntnisnahme.
The letter is for your information only.
Grammar Patterns
((zur Kenntnisnahme)) for acknowledgement, for one's notice This is just for your notice.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Wahrnehmung (perception), Notiznahme (taking note).
Etymology
A compound of 'Kenntnis' (knowledge) and 'Nahme' (from 'nehmen', to take). Literally 'the taking of knowledge'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Kenntnis' (knowledge) + 'nahme' (taking). You are 'taking knowledge' of something, i.e., acknowledging it.