abortion
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abortion
The medical procedure for ending a pregnancy early; the termination of a pregnancy.
Das Gesetz zur Abtreibung ist in vielen Ländern ein kontroverses Thema.
The law on abortion is a controversial topic in many countries.
The noun 'die Abtreibung' (abortion) is derived from the verb 'abtreiben' (to abort). The ending '-ung' turns the verb into a feminine noun, as is the case with many German verbs.
Die Abtreibung wurde in einer Klinik vorgenommen.
The abortion was performed in a clinic.
In medical and legal contexts, 'Abtreibung' (abortion) is often combined with the verbs 'vornehmen' (to perform), 'durchführen' (to carry out), or 'vornehmen lassen' (to have performed).
Ein Arzt muss die Abtreibung durchführen.
A doctor has to perform the abortion.
This word is mainly used in serious contexts such as medicine, law, politics, and ethics. It is not a word for everyday, informal conversations.
Im Parlament gab es eine hitzige Debatte über Abtreibung.
There was a heated debate about abortion in parliament.
miscarriage
'die Abtreibung' and 'die Fehlgeburt' both have to do with the premature end of a pregnancy. The important difference is this: An abortion is a medical procedure that deliberately ends the pregnancy. A miscarriage happens spontaneously and unintentionally. Learners may confuse the words because in both cases the pregnancy does not continue. When it is about a deliberate decision and a procedure, you say 'Abtreibung'. When it happens without intention, you say 'Fehlgeburt'.
Nach langer Beratung entschied sich die Frau für eine Abtreibung.
After a long consultation, the woman decided to have an abortion.
Nach der Fehlgeburt brauchte Maria viel Ruhe und Unterstützung.
After the miscarriage, Maria needed a lot of rest and support.