die Behandlung
Translation
treatment, handling, management, discussion
Examples
Die ärztliche Behandlung war erfolgreich.
The medical treatment was successful.
Die Behandlung dieses Themas ist schwierig.
The handling of this topic is difficult.
Er verdient eine bessere Behandlung.
He deserves better treatment.
Grammar Patterns
the treatment ((of sth.)) The treatment of the disease is complex.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Therapie (therapy), die Versorgung (care); Antonym: die Vernachlässigung (neglect)
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'behandeln' (to treat). It combines 'be-' (a prefix indicating action upon something) and 'handeln' (to act, from Hand 'hand').
Memory Tips
Imagine a doctor 'handling' a patient's condition. The root 'Hand' (hand) is a good clue for 'treatment' or 'handling'.