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

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
suffix
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