die Selektion
Translation
selection, screening, elimination
Examples
Die natürliche Selektion ist ein wichtiger Prozess.
Natural selection is an important process.
Die Selektion der Kandidaten war schwierig.
The selection of the candidates was difficult.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) selection ((of sth.)) the selection of sth. The selection of applicants took a long time.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Auswahl, Auslese, Wahl
Etymology
From Latin 'selectio', derived from 'seligere' which means 'to choose'. It breaks down to 'se-' (apart) + 'legere' (to choose).
Memory Tips
Associate it with the biological concept of 'natural selection' (natürliche Selektion) to grasp its formal, often scientific, usage.