die Inhalation
Translation
inhalation, breathing in
Examples
Die Inhalation von Dampf hilft bei Erkältungen.
The inhalation of steam helps with colds.
Der Arzt empfahl eine Inhalation mit Salzwasser.
The doctor recommended an inhalation with salt water.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) inhalation of sth. The inhalation of smoke is harmful.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Einatmung; Antonyms: Exhalation, Ausatmung
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'inhalare' (to breathe upon/in), which combines 'in-' (into) and 'halare' (to breathe).
Memory Tips
It's a direct cognate with the English 'inhalation', making it easy to remember. Focus on the 'in-' prefix, meaning 'into' the lungs.