die Schöpfung
Translation
creation, work, genesis
Examples
Die Schöpfung der Welt ist ein großes Wunder.
The creation of the world is a great miracle.
Dieses Kunstwerk ist eine beeindruckende Schöpfung.
This work of art is an impressive creation.
Grammar Patterns
the creation of ((sth.)) Die Schöpfung der Welt ist ein Mysterium.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Erschaffung, die Kreation, das Werk
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'schöpfen', which means 'to scoop' or 'to create'. The idea is of drawing something forth to create something new.
Memory Tips
Think of 'scooping' up ideas to make a 'creation'. It's used for both divine creation (the Genesis) and artistic creations.