der Einbruch
Translation
burglary, break-in, collapse, onset
Examples
Die Polizei meldete einen Einbruch in der Bank.
The police reported a burglary at the bank.
Der Einbruch des Winters kam überraschend.
The onset of winter came as a surprise.
Grammar Patterns
the burglary/break-in into sth.acc The police are investigating the burglary into the jewelry store.
Similar Words
Synonyms: burglary, break-in; Antonyms: securing, protection
Etymology
Composed of 'ein-' (in, into) and 'Bruch' (break). It literally translates to 'a breaking in'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'in-break'. Someone is 'breaking in' ('ein-brechen').