die Verbindungen
Translation
connections, links, relationships, compounds
Examples
Es gibt gute Verbindungen nach Berlin.
There are good connections to Berlin.
Wir haben geschäftliche Verbindungen.
We have business connections.
Chemische Verbindungen sind komplex.
Chemical compounds are complex.
Grammar Patterns
to establish a connection ((to sb./sth.)) He established a connection to old friends.
to be in connection ((with sb./sth.)) She is in connection with her boss.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Beziehungen, Kontakte, Anschlüsse
Etymology
From 'verbinden' (to connect). Prefix 'ver-' + 'binden' (to bind) + suffix '-ung' (forms noun) + '-en' (plural). Literally 'bindings'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'binding' things together: train tracks (links), people (relationships), or atoms (compounds).