die Luftverschmutzung
Translation
air pollution
Examples
Die Luftverschmutzung in der Stadt ist hoch.
The air pollution in the city is high.
Wir müssen die Luftverschmutzung reduzieren.
We must reduce air pollution.
Grammar Patterns
((the) air pollution) (as subject/object) air pollution Air pollution is a global problem.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Luftverunreinigung; Antonyms: Luftreinheit (air purity)
Etymology
Composed of 'Luft' (air) + 'Verschmutzung' (pollution). 'Verschmutzung' comes from 'schmutzig' (dirty).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'Luft' (air) getting filled with 'Schmutz' (dirt), which is pollution.