die Isolierung
Translation
insulation, isolation, seclusion
Examples
Eine gute Isolierung spart Heizkosten.
Good insulation saves heating costs.
Soziale Isolierung kann zu Depressionen führen.
Social isolation can lead to depression.
Grammar Patterns
the insulation/isolation ((of sth.)) Die Isolierung des Daches spart Energie.
to live in isolation Der Eremit lebt in völliger Isolierung.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Dämmung (insulation), Absonderung (seclusion); Antonyms: Verbindung (connection), Integration (integration)
Etymology
From the verb 'isolieren' (to isolate), which comes from Latin 'insula' (island), plus the noun-forming suffix '-ung'.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'island' ('insula') to remember the meaning of 'isolation'. For 'insulation', picture wrapping a house to protect it.