die Provenienz
Translation
provenance, origin, source
Examples
Die Provenienz des Kunstwerks ist unklar.
The provenance of the artwork is unclear.
Die Forscher prüfen die Provenienzen der Artefakte.
The researchers are checking the provenances of the artifacts.
Grammar Patterns
die Provenienz ((of sth.)) the provenance of sth. The provenance of the painting is known.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Herkunft, Ursprung, Quelle
Etymology
From Latin 'provenire', meaning 'to come forth' or 'originate'.
Memory Tips
It's a direct cognate of the English word 'provenance'. Think of having to 'prove' the origin of something.