die Migrationswende, -n
migration shift
The German word "Migrationswende" is a compound noun made of:
- Migration — meaning "migration" or "movement of people"
- Wende — meaning "turn" or "turning point"
Meaning:
"Migrationswende" refers to a turning point or significant change in migration trends or policies.
Similar words:
- Migrationskrise (migration crisis)
- Migrationspolitik (migration policy)
- Demografischer Wandel (demographic change)
Difference:
While "Migrationskrise" emphasizes a problematic or critical situation, "Migrationswende" focuses on a pivotal shift, often signaling a change in direction or strategy rather than crisis. "Migrationspolitik" relates more to policies, and "Demografischer Wandel" covers broader demographic shifts beyond just migration.
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Examples
Die Migrationswende wurde in der Diskussion mehrfach erwähnt.noun
The migration shift was mentioned several times in the discussion.
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