der Überwachungsapparat
Translation
surveillance apparatus, monitoring device
Examples
Der Staat baute einen riesigen Überwachungsapparat auf.
The state built up a huge surveillance apparatus.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) Überwachungsapparat as subject/object The Überwachungsapparat was criticized.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Überwachungssystem, Kontrollsystem
Etymology
Composed of 'Überwachung' (surveillance) + the linking '-s-' + 'Apparat' (apparatus).
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'surveillance' ('Überwachung') 'apparatus' ('Apparat'). The parts directly translate.