die Besteigung
Translation
ascent, climb, climbing
Examples
Die Besteigung des Berges war schwierig.
The ascent of the mountain was difficult.
Er plant die Erstbesteigung des Gipfels.
He is planning the first ascent of the summit.
Grammar Patterns
the ascent of ((sth.gen)) (die Besteigung et2) The ascent of Mount Everest is dangerous.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Aufstieg (ascent), Erklimmung (climbing)
Etymology
From the verb 'besteigen' (to climb). Prefix 'be-' + 'steigen' (to climb) + noun suffix '-ung'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'steigen' (to climb/step) and the prefix 'be-' which often makes a verb transitive, so 'to climb ONTO something'. The '-ung' makes it a noun.