die Amputation
Translation
amputation
Examples
Eine Amputation war leider unvermeidlich.
Unfortunately, an amputation was unavoidable.
Der Arzt erklärte die Notwendigkeit der Amputation.
The doctor explained the necessity of the amputation.
Grammar Patterns
the amputation ((of sth.)) the amputation of sth. The amputation of the leg was necessary.
Similar Words
Abtrennung (separation), Entfernung (removal)
Etymology
From Latin 'amputare' (to cut around), from 'am-' (around) + 'putare' (to prune).
Memory Tips
It's a direct cognate with the English word 'amputation', making it easy to remember in a medical context.