der Mondwechsel
Translation
change of the moon, new moon, lunation
Examples
Der Mondwechsel beeinflusst die Gezeiten.
The change of the moon influences the tides.
Viele Kalender zeigen den Mondwechsel an.
Many calendars indicate the change of the moon.
Grammar Patterns
((Nom.)) the change of the moon takes place The change of the moon takes place monthly.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Mondphase (moon phase), Neumond (new moon)
Etymology
Composed of 'Mond' (moon) and 'Wechsel' (change, exchange). It literally means 'moon change'.
Memory Tips
Literally 'moon change'. Think of the moon changing its phase from new to full and back again.