die Festnahme
Translation
arrest, capture, apprehension
Examples
Die Polizei meldete die Festnahme des Verdächtigen.
The police reported the arrest of the suspect.
Die Festnahme erfolgte ohne Widerstand.
The arrest was made without resistance.
Grammar Patterns
the arrest ((of sb.)) the arrest of sb. The arrest of the thief was quick.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Verhaftung, Ergreifung
Etymology
From 'fest' (firm, solid) + 'Nahme' (a taking, from the verb 'nehmen', to take). It means a 'firm taking'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'fest nehmen' - to take someone firmly. This is exactly what an arrest is.