der Import
Translation
import, importation
Examples
Die Importe aus China sind gestiegen.
The imports from China have increased.
Das Land ist von Importen abhängig.
The country is dependent on imports.
Grammar Patterns
the import ((from sth.)) the import from sth. The import from Japan is important.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Einfuhr; Antonyms: Export, Ausfuhr
Etymology
From Latin 'importare' (to carry in), from 'in-' (in) + 'portare' (to carry). Same root as the English word 'import'.
Memory Tips
Think 'in-port': bringing goods *into* the *port*.