die Wechselwirkungen
Translation
interactions, reciprocal effects, side effects (of drugs)
Examples
Es gibt Wechselwirkungen zwischen den Medikamenten.
There are interactions between the medications.
Wir untersuchen die Wechselwirkungen im Ökosystem.
We are studying the interactions in the ecosystem.
Grammar Patterns
((Wechselwirkungen)) ((zwischen+3)) interactions between... There are interactions between the two substances.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Interaktion (interaction), Zusammenspiel (interplay)
Etymology
Composed of 'Wechsel' (mutual, reciprocal) and 'Wirkung' (effect, impact). It signifies a mutual or reciprocal effect.
Memory Tips
Think of two things that 'wirken' (act) on each other and 'wechseln' (exchange) their effects.