die Nebenwirkung
Translation
side effect, adverse effect, adverse reaction
Examples
Das Medikament hat einige Nebenwirkungen.
The medicine has some side effects.
Informieren Sie sich über mögliche Nebenwirkungen.
Inform yourself about possible side effects.
Grammar Patterns
to have side effects The medicine has side effects.
to inform about side effects The doctor informs about side effects.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unerwünschte Wirkung (undesired effect); Antonyms: Hauptwirkung (main effect)
Etymology
From 'Neben-' (side, secondary) + 'Wirkung' (effect). Literally a 'side effect'.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'effect' ('Wirkung') that happens 'on the side' ('Neben-') of the intended one.