die Beschränkung
Translation
restriction, limitation, constraint
Examples
Es gibt eine Beschränkung der Geschwindigkeit.
There is a speed restriction.
Die neuen Regeln bedeuten eine große Beschränkung.
The new rules mean a big limitation.
Wir müssen mit finanziellen Beschränkungen leben.
We have to live with financial constraints.
Grammar Patterns
restriction ((on sth.)) restriction on sth. There is a restriction on the number of participants.
limitation ((of sth.)) limitation of sth. The limitation of resources is a challenge.
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Etymology
From the verb 'beschränken' (to restrict). It's related to 'Schrank' (cupboard), giving the idea of enclosing or limiting something. The '-ung' suffix makes it a noun.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'Schrank' (cupboard) that 'be-schränkt' (limits) what you can put inside. The '-ung' is the act of limiting.