der Beitritt
Translation
accession, joining, entry
Examples
Der Beitritt zur EU ist ein langer Prozess.
Accession to the EU is a long process.
Wir feiern den Beitritt eines neuen Mitglieds.
We are celebrating the joining of a new member.
Grammar Patterns
accession ((to sth.)) Accession to an organization requires an application.
Similar Words
Synonyms: accession, entry, membership; Antonyms: withdrawal, exit
Etymology
Composed of 'bei-' (with, by) and 'Tritt' (step). The literal sense is 'stepping with' or 'joining in'.
Memory Tips
Picture taking a 'step' (Tritt) to stand 'by' (bei) a group, thus joining it.