English–German

“expulsion” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/fɛɐ̯ˈtʁaɪ̯bʊŋ/

Example

Nach dem Krieg erlebten viele Menschen die Vertreibung aus ihren Dörfern.

After the war, many people were expelled from their villages.

Illustration for Vertreibung (expulsion)

How to say “expulsion” in German

“Expulsion” in German is Vertreibung.

People are forced to leave a settled home and lose their place in the community.

Full entry for Vertreibung: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Vertreibung

Die Vertreibung ihrer Vorfahren wirkt bis heute nach.

The expulsion of their ancestors continues to have an impact to this day.

Tips for using Vertreibung

  • Vertreibung is a feminine noun, and the usual pattern is Vertreibung aus plus a dative place or region.

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