die Bestattung
Translation
funeral, burial, interment
Examples
Die Bestattung findet morgen statt.
The funeral will take place tomorrow.
Er wünschte sich eine Seebestattung.
He wished for a burial at sea.
Grammar Patterns
to plan a funeral The family is planning the funeral.
to attend a funeral Many people attended the funeral.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Beerdigung, Beisetzung
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'bestatten' (to bury). It combines the prefix 'be-' with 'statten', which is related to 'Stätte' (place), suggesting the act of putting someone in their final place.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'be-' + 'Stätte' (place). Imagine 'bestowing' someone to their final 'station' or place.