die Annexion
Translation
annexation
Examples
Die Annexion des Gebiets war umstritten.
The annexation of the territory was controversial.
Grammar Patterns
the annexation ((of sth.)) the annexation of sth. The annexation of the territory led to sanctions.
Similar Words
Synonyms: incorporation (Eingliederung), seizure (Besetzung); Antonyms: independence (Unabhängigkeit)
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'annectere,' meaning 'to tie to.' It shares its root with the English 'annex.' The '-ion' ending signifies an action.
Memory Tips
The word is almost identical to its English counterpart, 'annexation.' Focus on the German 'die' article and the pronunciation.