die Nichterfüllung
Translation
non-fulfillment, non-performance, default, breach
Examples
Die Nichterfüllung des Vertrags hat Folgen.
The non-fulfillment of the contract has consequences.
Ihm wird Nichterfüllung seiner Pflichten vorgeworfen.
He is accused of non-fulfillment of his duties.
Grammar Patterns
the non-fulfillment ((of sth.gen)) the non-fulfillment of sth. The non-fulfillment of the contract is a problem.
Similar Words
Synonyms: omission, failure; Antonyms: fulfillment, performance
Etymology
From 'Nicht-' (non-) + 'Erfüllung' (fulfillment). 'Erfüllung' comes from the verb 'erfüllen' (to fulfill).
Memory Tips
Think of 'Nicht' as a 'not' prefix attached to 'Erfüllung' (fulfillment). A very logical construction.