die Revolution
Translation
revolution, upheaval, overthrow
Examples
Die Französische Revolution veränderte die Welt.
The French Revolution changed the world.
Die digitale Revolution hat alles verändert.
The digital revolution has changed everything.
Grammar Patterns
a revolution ((against sth.)) a revolution against something The citizens started a revolution against the government.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Umsturz (overthrow), Aufstand (uprising); Antonyms: Evolution (evolution)
Etymology
From Latin 'revolutio' (a turning around). It's an international word.
Memory Tips
Think of a wheel 'revolving' and turning everything upside down.