die Bezeichnung
Translation
designation, term, label, name
Examples
Was ist die korrekte Bezeichnung für dieses Gerät?
What is the correct term for this device?
Die Bezeichnung auf dem Etikett ist unleserlich.
The label on the tag is illegible.
Seine Bezeichnung als Experte ist übertrieben.
His designation as an expert is exaggerated.
Grammar Patterns
the designation for sth. the term for sth. What is the official designation for this part?
under the designation under the name The product is sold under a new designation.
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Etymology
From the verb `bezeichnen` (to designate), which is `be-` (prefix) + `zeichnen` (to draw, sign) + `-ung` (nominalizing suffix). It literally means 'the act of marking something'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'be-zeichnen' as 'to put a sign on something'. The `Bezeichnung` is the sign, label, or name you give it.