die Kampagne
Translation
campaign, drive, crusade
Examples
Die Firma startet eine neue Werbekampagne.
The company is launching a new advertising campaign.
Die politische Kampagne war sehr intensiv.
The political campaign was very intense.
Sie organisieren eine Kampagne für den Umweltschutz.
They are organising a campaign for environmental protection.
Grammar Patterns
a campaign ((for sth.)) eine Kampagne für et4 We're starting a campaign for more animal welfare.
a campaign ((against sth.)) eine Kampagne gegen et4 The government is running a campaign against smoking.
Similar Words
Etymology
From French 'campagne' (open country, military operation), from Latin 'campus' (field). Originally referred to military operations in an open field.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'campaign' as a battle ('Kampf') fought in the field of public opinion or the marketplace.