die Vermeidung
Translation
avoidance, prevention
Examples
Die Vermeidung von Konflikten ist wichtig.
The avoidance of conflicts is important.
Es geht um die Vermeidung von Unfällen.
It is about the prevention of accidents.
Grammar Patterns
((von+3)) the avoidance/prevention of sth. The avoidance of mistakes is the goal.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Umgehung, Prävention; Antonyms: Konfrontation, Auseinandersetzung
Etymology
Formed from the verb 'vermeiden' (to avoid) plus the suffix '-ung', which creates feminine nouns indicating an action or result.
Memory Tips
The '-ung' ending is a dead giveaway for a feminine noun (die). It's the German equivalent of endings like '-tion' or '-ance' in English.