die Demonstration
Translation
demonstrations, protests, rallies
Examples
Die Demonstrationen waren friedlich.
The demonstrations were peaceful.
Viele Leute gehen zu Demonstrationen.
Many people go to demonstrations.
Grammar Patterns
to take part in ((a demonstration)) They took part in the demonstration.
a demonstration for/against ((sth.)) There was a demonstration for peace.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kundgebung (rally), Protest (protest), Aufmarsch (march)
Etymology
From Latin 'dēmonstrāre' (to show, to point out). The '-tion' suffix denotes an action noun.
Memory Tips
Almost identical to the English 'demonstration'. Imagine people 'demonstrating' their opinions in public.