der Zusammenschluss
Translation
merger, union, amalgamation, coalition
Examples
Der Zusammenschluss der beiden Firmen war erfolgreich.
The merger of the two companies was successful.
Sie bildeten einen Zusammenschluss für das Projekt.
They formed a union for the project.
Grammar Patterns
the merger of ((sth.dat/gen)) The merger of the two companies was announced.
the merger into ((sth.acc)) The merger into a large corporation is planned.
Similar Words
Synonyms: merger, fusion, union; Antonyms: separation, split
Etymology
From 'zusammen' (together) + 'Schluss' (closing, end). The idea of 'closing together' to form a single entity.
Memory Tips
Think of two companies 'closing' their individual operations to come 'together' as one. This image helps remember 'merger'.