die Initialzündung
Translation
initial spark, trigger, impetus, catalyst
Examples
Seine Rede gab die Initialzündung für die Proteste.
His speech provided the initial spark for the protests.
Das Projekt braucht eine finanzielle Initialzündung.
The project needs an initial financial impetus.
Grammar Patterns
the initial spark for sth. The speech was the initial spark for the revolution.
Similar Words
Anstoß (impetus), Auslöser (trigger), Impuls (impulse), Funke (spark)
Etymology
A compound of 'Initial' (initial) and 'Zündung' (ignition). It literally translates to 'initial ignition'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'initial spark' that starts a fire, an engine, or a major movement. It signifies the very beginning of a process.