Aneignung
dieNounappropriation, acquisition, assimilation
English translations
- 01
appropriation
- 02
acquisition
Word details
- German meaning
- Aneignung bedeutet, sich etwas anzueignen, sich etwas zu eigen zu machen, oft im Sinne von Übernahme oder Anmaßung.
- English meaning
- Appropriation means to take something for oneself, to make something one's own, often in the sense of taking over or presuming.
- Synonym
- Übernahme, Erwerb
- German example
- Die Aneignung fremden Eigentums ist strafbar.
- English example
- The appropriation of someone else's property is punishable.
- Type
- Noun
- Article
- die
- Singular Form
- die Aneignung
- Plural Form
- die Aneignungen
Related words
- Erlernung
The process of learning or acquiring knowledge, skills, or abilities.
- Erwerb
Acquisition
- Nahme
Nahme is an outdated form of 'Name' that is rarely used today.
- Annexion
Annexation refers to the forceful and unlawful acquisition of a foreign state territory.
- Inbesitznahme
Taking possession
- Unterschlagung
Embezzlement
- Zueignung
Appropriation
- Machtübernahme
Seizure of power
Example sentences with “Aneignung”
Die Aneignung neuer Fähigkeiten braucht Zeit. (The acquisition of new skills takes time.)
Frequently asked questions
What is the plural of Aneignung?
The plural is 'Aneignungen'. It is a feminine noun (die).