die Diskriminierung
Translation
discrimination, prejudice
Examples
Diskriminierung aufgrund der Herkunft ist verboten.
Discrimination based on origin is forbidden.
Sie kämpfen gegen soziale Diskriminierung.
They are fighting against social discrimination.
Grammar Patterns
die Diskriminierung ((von+3)) discrimination against sb./sth. The discrimination against minorities is a problem.
gegen Diskriminierung kämpfen to fight against discrimination Many people fight against discrimination.
Diskriminierung ((aufgrund+2)) discrimination on the grounds of sth. Discrimination on the grounds of gender is illegal.
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Etymology
From Latin 'discriminare' (to separate, distinguish). The suffix '-ung' makes it a feminine noun.
Memory Tips
It's a clear cognate of the English 'discrimination'. Remember the '-ung' ending often corresponds to '-tion' in English and makes the noun feminine (die).