die Versiegelung
Translation
sealing, seal, surface sealing
Examples
Die Versiegelung des Briefes war intakt.
The sealing of the letter was intact.
Die zunehmende Bodenversiegelung ist ein Problem.
The increasing soil sealing is a problem.
Grammar Patterns
((the sealing)) ((of sth.)) the sealing of something The sealing of the envelope is important.
Similar Words
Abdichtung (sealing, waterproofing), Verschluss (closure)
Etymology
From the verb 'versiegeln' (to seal), which comes from 'das Siegel' (the seal). The suffix '-ung' makes it a noun.
Memory Tips
Imagine the act of putting a wax 'Siegel' (seal) on something. That act is the 'Versiegelung'.