die Wendung, -en

The German word "Wendung" is a feminine noun meaning "turn", "phrase", or "expression". It comes from the verb "wenden", which means "to turn".

• "Wendung" can refer to:
  • A physical turn or change in direction.
  • A figurative turn, like a change in a story or situation.
  • A phrase or expression used in language.

Similar words:

• "Ausdruck" (expression)
• "Phrase" (phrase)
• "Drehung" (rotation, turn)
• "Kehre" (turn around, about-face)

Differences:

• "Wendung" often emphasizes a change or shift in meaning, direction, or plot, while "Ausdruck" and "Phrase" specifically relate to language or wording.
• "Drehung" and "Kehre" focus more on the physical act of turning, not figurative or linguistic turns.