die Festung
Translation
fortress, stronghold, fort
Examples
Die alte Festung thront über der Stadt.
The old fortress towers over the city.
Die Burg war eine uneinnehmbare Festung.
The castle was an impregnable fortress.
Grammar Patterns
((as subject)) The fortress stands on the mountain. Die Festung steht auf dem Berg.
((as accusative object)) We are visiting the fortress. Wir besichtigen die Festung.
((with preposition+dative)) The tour starts in the fortress. Die Tour beginnt in der Festung.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Burg (castle), Zitadelle (citadel), Kastell (fort)
Etymology
From 'fest' (firm, strong) + '-ung' (noun suffix). Literally a 'firm place'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'fest' (firm) building. It's a place that is fortified and strong.