die Untersuchung
Translation
investigations, examinations, studies, inquiries
Examples
Die Polizei führt Untersuchungen durch.
The police are conducting investigations.
Weitere Untersuchungen sind notwendig.
Further examinations are necessary.
Grammar Patterns
an investigation/examination ((of sth.)) The examination of the patient took an hour.
to conduct an investigation ((into sth.)) The police are conducting an investigation into the case.
Similar Words
Ermittlung (investigation), Prüfung (examination), Analyse (analysis)
Etymology
From 'unter-' (under) + 'suchen' (to seek). Literally 'to seek under', meaning to look into something deeply.
Memory Tips
Think of a detective 'searching under' a rug for clues during an 'investigation'.