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Bewahrung
/bəˈvaːʁʊŋ/
preservation
Die Bewahrung der Umwelt ist eine globale Herausforderung.
The preservation of the environment is a global challenge.
formal
The act of keeping something in its original state or preventing it from being lost or damaged
Die Bewahrung historischer Gebäude ist wichtig für die Kultur.
The preservation of historic buildings is important for culture.
Die Bewahrung der Traditionen liegt uns am Herzen.
Preserving traditions is close to our hearts.
Often used in contexts of culture, nature, or heritage.
Collocations
Bewahrung der Naturpreservation of natureBewahrung des Friedenspreservation of peace
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Pro Tip
Compound Nouns
Bewahrung frequently appears in compound nouns (e.g., Artenschutz, Kulturgüterschutz). Learning these compounds can expand your vocabulary significantly.
Gold Rule
Formal Context
Use 'Bewahrung' in formal or written contexts, such as academic, cultural, or legal discussions. It is less common in casual speech.
Word Origin
From Middle High German *bewarn*, from Old High German *biwarōn* (to guard, protect), related to Old English *bewarian* (to guard).
Usage Notes
Commonly used in formal and cultural contexts. Often appears in compound nouns like Umweltschutz (environmental protection) or Denkmalschutz (monument preservation).
Word Breakdown
be-
prefix indicating completion or intensification
prefix-wahr-
root related to 'wahr' (true, genuine)
root-ung
suffix forming nouns from verbs, indicating the act or result of an action
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