die Kontrollaktion
Translation
control operation, inspection, check, raid
Examples
Die Polizei führte eine große Kontrollaktion durch.
The police carried out a major control operation.
Grammar Patterns
to carry out a control operation The police will carry out a control operation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Überprüfung (check), Inspektion (inspection), Razzia (raid)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Kontrolle' (control, check) and 'Aktion' (action, operation).
Memory Tips
Think of it literally as a 'control action' – an operation specifically for the purpose of checking or controlling something.