German Conversation · Level 47
74 words
German word
Rettung
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈʁɛtʊŋ/
Meaning
- feminine nounrescue
Example
Die Rettung kam schnell.
The rescue came quickly.
More examples
Die Helfer eilten zur Rettung.
The helpers hurried to the rescue.
Core concept
A lifeline carries someone from peril into safety, whether the danger is physical or figurative.
Common phrases
zur Rettung kommen
come to the rescue
zur Rettung beitragen
contribute to the rescue
zur Rettung eilen
hurry to the rescue
Similar words
Hilfe: Assistance given to someone who is having difficulties.
Notfall: A sudden dangerous situation or illness requiring immediate action.
Rettungskräfte: Trained personnel who provide rescue or emergency medical care at a scene.
Definition in German
Hilfe, die jemandem in einer gefährlichen Lage angeboten oder geleistet wird, insbesondere zur Befreiung aus einer Notlage
Word origin
The noun Rettung derives from retten, 'to save' or 'to rescue', by adding the productive suffix -ung.
Usage tips
- Rettung usually suggests serious or urgent danger, while Hilfe also covers ordinary assistance.
Other meanings
- salvationnoun
Related words
- Rettungsdienstrescue servicenoun
- Rettungswagenambulancenoun
- Rettungsaktionrescue operationnoun