die Aktion
Translation
action, campaign, operation, special offer
Examples
Die Rettungsaktion war erfolgreich.
The rescue operation was successful.
Wir brauchen eine schnelle Aktion.
We need quick action.
Dieses Produkt ist gerade in Aktion.
This product is currently on special offer.
Grammar Patterns
eine Aktion ((für/gegen+4)) an action/campaign (for/against sth.) an action for peace
in Aktion sein/treten to be in action / to take action The fire brigade is already in action.
et4 in Aktion (haben) to have (sth.) on special offer The supermarket has cheese on special offer this week.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Handlung, Tat, Kampagne, Angebot
Etymology
From Latin 'actio' (action). It's a direct cognate of the English word 'action'.
Memory Tips
It looks and sounds almost identical to 'action'. Just remember the additional common meaning of a 'special offer' or 'sale' in shops.