der Kurswechsel
Translation
change of course, policy change, shift in direction
Examples
Die Regierung kündigte einen Kurswechsel an.
The government announced a policy change.
Der Kapitän vollzog einen schnellen Kurswechsel.
The captain made a quick change of course.
Grammar Patterns
to make/announce a change of course/policy The party announced a change of course.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Richtungsänderung, Strategiewechsel, Wende
Etymology
A compound of 'Kurs' (course) and 'Wechsel' (change). Literally 'course change'.
Memory Tips
Think of a ship changing its 'course' (Kurs) or a government making a 'change' (Wechsel) in policy.