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installation
The process of attaching, mounting, or installing something in a specific place.
Die Anbringung der neuen Lampe an der Decke war komplizierter als gedacht.
The installation of the new lamp on the ceiling was more complicated than expected.
'Anbringung' (installation/attachment) is the nominalization of the separable verb 'anbringen' (to attach/install). The verb means to fasten something in a particular place. The ending '-ung' turns the action into a noun.
Der Hausmeister ist für die Anbringung der neuen Schilder verantwortlich.
The caretaker is responsible for the installation of the new signs.
This word belongs to formal language, administrative language, or technical instructions. In everyday speech, you would more likely use a construction with the verb, e.g. 'Es ist schwierig, das Regal anzubringen.' (It is difficult to mount the shelf.)
Die Anbringung von Werbeplakaten ist hier nur mit Genehmigung erlaubt.
The posting of advertising posters is only allowed here with permission.
Typically, the object being attached is named with the genitive or with 'von' + dative. The location is indicated with a preposition such as 'an' + dative.
Die Anbringung des Rauchmelders an der Decke dauerte nur wenige Minuten.
The installation of the smoke detector on the ceiling took only a few minutes.
installation
Both words can describe attaching a technical device at a specific location. Anbringung focuses mainly on the actual attachment or placement. Installation refers more to setting up a technical system and can also include connections and other adjustments.
Die Anbringung der Überwachungskamera an der Wand war schnell erledigt.
Attaching the security camera to the wall was quickly done.
Die Installation der Überwachungskamera umfasste auch den Anschluss und die Einrichtung.
The installation of the security camera also included connecting and setting it up.
