die Pornografie
Translation
pornography
Examples
Der Besitz von Kinderpornografie ist illegal.
The possession of child pornography is illegal.
Es gibt eine Debatte über die Auswirkungen von Pornografie.
There is a debate about the effects of pornography.
Grammar Patterns
pornography Used as a noun. The consumption of pornography is controversial.
Similar Words
Erotik (erotica - a different concept)
Etymology
From Greek 'pornographos' (writing about prostitutes), from 'pornē' (prostitute) + 'graphein' (to write).
Memory Tips
An international word that's almost identical to its English counterpart. The key is to remember its gender: 'die Pornografie'.