die Entscheidung
Translation
decision, ruling, verdict
Examples
Ich habe eine schwere Entscheidung getroffen.
I made a difficult decision.
Die Entscheidung fällt erst morgen.
The decision won't be made until tomorrow.
Grammar Patterns
to make a decision eine Entscheidung treffen I have to make a decision.
the decision ((on/about sth.)) die Entscheidung ((über et4)) The decision on the project has been made.
the decision ((for/against sth.)) die Entscheidung ((für/gegen et4)) That was a decision against the plan.
Similar Words
Wahl, Entschluss
Etymology
From 'entscheiden' (to decide), literally to separate away from. Cognate with 'shed' (to separate).
Memory Tips
Think of 'shedding' options until one remains. Use with 'treffen' (to hit/meet) -> to make a decision.