die Verleihung
Translation
award ceremony, presentation, lending, bestowal
Examples
Die Verleihung des Preises findet heute statt.
The award ceremony for the prize takes place today.
Die Verleihung von Büchern ist kostenlos.
The lending of books is free of charge.
Grammar Patterns
the awarding of sth. Die Verleihung des Nobelpreises.
the awarding to sb. Die Verleihung des Ordens an den Soldaten.
Similar Words
Preisverleihung (award ceremony), Übergabe (handover)
Etymology
From the verb 'verleihen' (to award, to lend) plus the noun-forming suffix '-ung'.
Memory Tips
The verb 'leihen' means to lend. 'Verleihen' is the act of giving something out, either as a loan or an award. The '-ung' makes it the noun form of that action.