die Erleichterung
Translation
relief, ease, facilitation, alleviation
Examples
Ich spürte eine große Erleichterung.
I felt a great relief.
Das neue Gesetz bringt Erleichterungen für Familien.
The new law brings relief for families.
Grammar Patterns
a relief for sb./sth. I felt a great relief.
to the relief of sb./sth. To my relief, no one was hurt.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Linderung, Befreiung; Antonyms: Belastung, Erschwerung
Etymology
From 'er-' (a prefix indicating completion) + 'leicht' (light, easy) + '-ung' (a noun-forming suffix). Literally 'a making-lighter'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a heavy burden being lifted, making you feel 'leicht' (light). That feeling is 'Erleichterung'.