der Einwand
Translation
objection, protest, demur
Examples
Haben Sie Einwände gegen den Vorschlag?
Do you have any objections to the proposal?
Er erhob einen Einwand gegen die Entscheidung.
He raised an objection to the decision.
Grammar Patterns
to raise an objection ((against sth.)) The lawyer raised an objection against the question.
to have no objections ((to sth.)) I have no objections to your plan.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Widerspruch, Bedenken; Antonyms: Zustimmung, Einverständnis
Etymology
Composed of 'ein-' (in) + 'Wand' (wall). It conveys the image of putting a 'wall in' front of something, thus an 'objection'.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'Einwand' as a wall ('Wand') that blocks a plan or suggestion.