die Reformation
Translation
Reformation, reform
Examples
Die Reformation begann im 16. Jahrhundert.
The Reformation began in the 16th century.
Eine Reformation des Systems ist notwendig.
A reformation of the system is necessary.
Grammar Patterns
die Reformation + verb The Reformation does sth. Die Reformation veränderte Europa.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Erneuerung (renewal), Umbildung (transformation), Verbesserung (improvement)
Etymology
From Latin 'reformatio' (restoration, renewal), from 're-' (again) + 'formare' (to form).
Memory Tips
Think of 're-forming' something, like the church during the historical Reformation. The German word is a direct cognate.