die Steuerung
Translation
control, steering, management, regulation
Examples
Die Steuerung der Maschine ist komplex.
The control of the machine is complex.
Die Steuerung des Autos reagiert schnell.
The car's steering responds quickly.
Er übernahm die Steuerung des Projekts.
He took over the management of the project.
Grammar Patterns
the control ((of sth.)) The control of the heating is automatic.
a control ((for sth.)) a control for the lighting
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kontrolle (control), Regelung (regulation), Lenkung (steering)
Etymology
From the verb 'steuern' (to steer, control) plus the noun-forming suffix '-ung'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'steering' a ship or a car. The 'Steuerung' is the system or act of controlling it.