German word

Untersuchung

Pronunciation

IPA/ʊntɐˈzuːxʊŋ/

Meaning

  • feminine nouninvestigation

Example

Die Polizei begann Untersuchungen.

The police began their investigation.

Illustration for Untersuchung (investigation)

More examples

Ich muss morgen zur Untersuchung.

I have to go for an examination tomorrow.

Core concept

A structured probe that examines something closely to establish what is true or how it works.

Common phrases

  • zur Untersuchung gehen

    go for an examination

  • körperliche Untersuchung

    physical examination

  • vor der Untersuchung

    before the examination

Similar words

Ermittlung: A police investigation to identify a suspect and clarify how an incident unfolded.
Recherche: Gathering information and sources for reporting or background research.
Inspektion: An official inspection of facilities or equipment for compliance with rules.
Prüfung: A test or check of whether something is correct or performs properly.

Definition in German

Eine systematische Prüfung oder Analyse von Vorgängen, Personen oder Sachen, um Informationen oder Beweise zu gewinnen.

Word origin

The noun Untersuchung derives from untersuchen plus -ung; untersuchen combines unter with suchen and developed the sense of examining closely.

Usage tips

  • Unlike English investigation, Untersuchung also commonly means an examination, especially a medical examination.

Other meanings

  • examinationnoun
  • medical examinationnoun

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