der Ablenkungsgrund
Translation
reason for distraction, cause of diversion
Examples
Der Lärm war der Hauptablenkungsgrund.
The noise was the main reason for distraction.
Grammar Patterns
Ablenkungsgrund ((for sb./sth.)) reason for distraction for sb./sth. The noise was a reason for distraction for the students.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Störfaktor (disruptive factor), Störquelle (source of interference)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Ablenkung' (distraction) and 'Grund' (reason, ground). Literally 'distraction-reason'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'ground' or 'reason' (Grund) for the 'distraction' (Ablenkung).