die Erhebung
Translation
survey, collection (of data), uprising, elevation
Examples
Die Erhebung von Daten ist der erste Schritt.
The collection of data is the first step.
Die statistische Erhebung zeigt einen neuen Trend.
The statistical survey shows a new trend.
Die Erhebung des Volkes wurde niedergeschlagen.
The people's uprising was suppressed.
Grammar Patterns
the collection/survey ((of sth.)) The collection of data is the first step.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Umfrage, Datensammlung (for survey); Aufstand (for uprising)
Etymology
From the verb 'erheben' (to raise, lift, collect). It literally means 'a raising' or 'a lifting', which can apply to data, taxes, or even weapons in an uprising.
Memory Tips
Think of the core verb 'heben' (to lift). An 'Erhebung' is a 'lifting' of data (collection), a 'lifting' of voices (survey), or a 'lifting' of arms (uprising).