die Befragung, -en

The German word "Befragung" is a noun meaning "survey", "interrogation", or "interview". It is derived from the verb "befragen", which means "to question" or "to interview" (from "fragen" = to ask).

Similar words:

• Umfrage (survey, poll)
• Interview (interview)
• Befragung often implies systematic questioning, sometimes for research or official purposes.

Difference:

• Umfrage usually refers to surveys with multiple questions directed at a group for opinion polling or data collection.
• Interview often involves a one-on-one or small-group detailed questioning.
• Befragung emphasizes the act of questioning itself, sometimes more formal or official than umfrage.