die Adaption
Translation
adaptation, adaption
Examples
Die Adaption der Tiere an die Kälte ist erstaunlich.
The adaptation of the animals to the cold is amazing.
Die Adaption des Romans wurde von Kritikern gelobt.
The adaptation of the novel was praised by critics.
Grammar Patterns
((to sth.)) adaptation to sth. The adaptation to the new conditions.
((of sth.)) adaptation of sth. The adaptation of the bestseller was a success.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Anpassung, Adaptierung; Antonym: Fehlanpassung (maladaptation)
Etymology
Directly from Latin 'adaptio' (an adaptation). Has a more scientific or formal tone than Adaptierung.
Memory Tips
Think of biological or psychological 'adaptation'. It's very close to the English word.