die Restaurierung
Translation
restoration, renovation
Examples
Die Restaurierung des alten Schlosses dauert Jahre.
The restoration of the old castle takes years.
Er ist Experte für die Restaurierung von Möbeln.
He is an expert in the restoration of furniture.
Grammar Patterns
the restoration ((of sth.gen)) the restoration of the old castle takes years
Similar Words
Renovierung (renovation), Sanierung (refurbishment), Wiederherstellung (recovery)
Etymology
From the verb 'restaurieren' (to restore), from Latin 'restaurare'. The '-ung' suffix forms a feminine noun.
Memory Tips
Think of 'restoring' an old painting or building to its former glory. The word is very similar to its English and French counterparts.