die Ernährung
Translation
nutrition, diet, food
Examples
Eine gesunde Ernährung ist wichtig.
A healthy diet is important.
Die Ernährung der Bevölkerung ist gesichert.
The nutrition of the population is secured.
Grammar Patterns
a healthy diet Eine gesunde Ernährung ist wichtig.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kost (fare), Verpflegung (provisions); Antonyms: Mangelernährung (malnutrition)
Etymology
From the verb 'ernähren' (to nourish). Composed of 'er-' (prefix indicating achievement), 'nähren' (to feed, related to 'nourish'), and '-ung' (suffix forming nouns).
Memory Tips
Nouns ending in '-ung' are always feminine (die). Think of 'earning' your nutrition through good choices.