der Terroranschlag
Translation
terrorist attack, terror attack
Examples
Die Stadt erholt sich von dem Terroranschlag.
The city is recovering from the terrorist attack.
Die Sicherheit wurde nach dem Terroranschlag erhöht.
Security was increased after the terrorist attack.
Grammar Patterns
a terrorist attack ((on sth.)) a terrorist attack on sth. A terrorist attack on the embassy was prevented.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Attentat
Etymology
Composed of 'Terror' (terror) and 'Anschlag' (attack, strike). 'Anschlag' comes from 'an-' (on) + 'schlagen' (to hit, strike).
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'terror strike' or 'terror hit'.