die Beschreibung
Translation
description, specification, account
Examples
Die Beschreibung des Produkts ist genau.
The description of the product is accurate.
Geben Sie mir eine kurze Beschreibung.
Give me a brief description.
Grammar Patterns
eine Beschreibung von et3/et2 a description of sth. That is a good description of the situation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Darstellung (representation), die Erläuterung (explanation)
Etymology
From the verb 'beschreiben' (to describe). Composed of 'be-' and 'schreiben' (to write), literally 'to write about something'. The '-ung' suffix forms a feminine noun.
Memory Tips
The act of 'schreiben' (writing) about something results in a 'Beschreibung' (description).