die Ernennung
Translation
appointment, nomination, designation
Examples
Seine Ernennung zum Minister wurde bekannt gegeben.
His appointment as minister was announced.
Die Ernennung des neuen Direktors steht bevor.
The appointment of the new director is imminent.
Grammar Patterns
the appointment of ((sb.)) ((to sth.)) die Ernennung ((j-s)) ((zu+3)) The appointment of the professor as dean was celebrated.
Similar Words
die Berufung (appointment), die Einsetzung (installation)
Etymology
From the verb 'ernennen' (to appoint). 'er-' + 'nennen' (to name), so literally 'to name into a position'. The '-ung' suffix makes it a noun.
Memory Tips
Think of 'naming' someone ('nennen') for a position. The '-ung' suffix signifies the act itself.