die Zeitenwende
Translation
turning point in an era, watershed moment, end of an era, paradigm shift
Examples
Wir erleben eine historische Zeitenwende.
We are experiencing a historic turning point.
Die Erfindung des Internets war eine Zeitenwende.
The invention of the internet was a watershed moment.
Grammar Patterns
as subject (nom.) as a subject A Zeitenwende is taking place.
as object (acc.) as an object We are experiencing a Zeitenwende.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Wendepunkt (turning point), Umbruch (upheaval)
Etymology
A compound of 'Zeiten' (times) and 'Wende' (turn, change). Literally means 'a turn of the times'.
Memory Tips
Picture the 'times' ('Zeiten') making a sharp 'turn' ('Wende'). This word signifies a major, era-defining shift.