die Verteilung
Translation
distribution, allocation, division, sharing
Examples
Die Verteilung der Hilfsgüter beginnt morgen.
The distribution of relief supplies begins tomorrow.
Die gerechte Verteilung des Reichtums ist ein Ziel.
The fair distribution of wealth is a goal.
Die Verteilung der Aufgaben war fair.
The allocation of tasks was fair.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) ((to sb.)) distribution of sth. to sb. The distribution of gifts to the children.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Aufteilung (division), die Distribution (distribution); Antonyms: die Sammlung (collection)
Etymology
From the verb 'verteilen' (to distribute). Composed of 'ver-' (prefix), 'teilen' (to divide/share), and '-ung' (noun suffix). Literally 'the act of dividing up'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'teilen' (to share/divide) or 'Teil' (part). 'Verteilung' is the process of dividing something into parts and giving them out.