die Sanktionen
Translation
sanctions, penalties
Examples
Die EU hat neue Sanktionen verhängt.
The EU has imposed new sanctions.
Die Sanktionen wurden gegen das Land verhängt.
The sanctions were imposed against the country.
Grammar Patterns
Sanktionen ((gegen+4)) verhängen/aufheben to impose/lift sanctions against sb./sth. They imposed sanctions against the country.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Strafe (punishment), die Maßnahme (measure)
Etymology
From Latin 'sanctio' (a decree), related to 'sanctus' (holy), meaning something made inviolable by law.
Memory Tips
This is an international word, almost identical to 'sanction' in English. It's often used in political and economic contexts.