die Evakuierung
Translation
evacuation
Examples
Die Evakuierung der Stadt begann sofort.
The evacuation of the city began immediately.
Eine schnelle Evakuierung war notwendig.
A quick evacuation was necessary.
Grammar Patterns
the evacuation ((of sth.)) Die Evakuierung der Bewohner war notwendig.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Räumung (clearing), Flucht (escape)
Etymology
From Latin 'evacuare' (to empty out). The German suffix '-ung' forms a noun, similar to English '-tion'.
Memory Tips
It's a direct cognate of the English word 'evacuation'. Picture a scene where an area is being emptied of people for safety.