die Wende
Translation
turning point, change, turn, reunification of Germany
Examples
Das war eine wichtige Wende in seinem Leben.
That was an important turning point in his life.
Nach der Wende hat sich viel verändert.
A lot has changed since the reunification.
Der Fahrer machte eine schnelle Wende.
The driver made a quick turn.
Grammar Patterns
to take a turn The discussion took an unexpected turn.
Similar Words
Kehrtwende (U-turn), Veränderung (change), Umschwung (turnaround)
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'wenden' (to turn).
Memory Tips
Think of the English word 'wend' (as in 'wend your way'). The historical 'Wende' was a major 'turn' in German history.