die Enthüllung
Translation
revelation, unveiling, disclosure, exposé
Examples
Die Enthüllung des Denkmals war ein großes Ereignis.
The unveiling of the monument was a big event.
Der Artikel enthielt schockierende Enthüllungen.
The article contained shocking revelations.
Grammar Patterns
the revelation/unveiling of ((sth.gen)) The revelation of the scandal shocked the public.
Similar Words
Aufdeckung (discovery), Offenbarung (revelation)
Etymology
From the verb 'enthüllen' (to unveil, reveal). 'ent-' (prefix for removal) + 'Hülle' (cover, veil) + '-ung' (noun suffix). Literally 'un-covering'.
Memory Tips
Think of removing ('ent-') a 'Hülle' (cover) to reveal something. This works for both physical unveilings and revealing secrets.