intrusion / penetration
das Eindringen
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intrusion
Entry into a room, an area, or a domain, especially without permission or against resistance.
Das Eindringen in das Gebäude wurde durch eine Alarmanlage bemerkt.
The intrusion into the building was detected by an alarm system.
penetration
The entry of a substance, liquid, gas, or form of energy into something, such as a body or a material.
Eine gute Isolierung verhindert das Eindringen von Feuchtigkeit.
Good insulation prevents moisture penetration.
in-depth exploration
Intensive exploration of a topic or subject in order to understand it thoroughly.
Das Eindringen in die komplizierte Materie erforderte viel Zeit und Fachwissen.
An in-depth exploration of the complex subject matter required a great deal of time and specialist knowledge.
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| genitive | des Eindringens |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das Eindringen | – |
| accusative | das Eindringen | – |
| dative | dem Eindringen | – |
| genitive | des Eindringens | – |
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'Das Eindringen' (intrusion / penetration) is the nominalized form of the separable verb 'eindringen' (to intrude / to penetrate). In the noun, 'ein' and 'dringen' remain joined together.
Das Eindringen in den gesperrten Bereich löste sofort einen Alarm aus.
The intrusion into the restricted area immediately triggered an alarm.
'Eindringen' (intrusion / penetration) is usually followed by 'in' with the accusative to indicate the destination or area entered. This pattern applies to physical spaces as well as materials and abstract domains.
Das Eindringen in den geschützten Server wurde verhindert.
The intrusion into the protected server was prevented.
When referring to unauthorized entry, 'Eindringen' (intrusion) is often used with words such as 'Gebäude' (building), 'Wohnung' (apartment), 'Gelände' (grounds), or 'Sicherheitsbereich' (secure area). It is also often emphasized that the intrusion was forcible or unauthorized.
Das gewaltsame Eindringen in die Wohnung wurde von einer Nachbarin beobachtet.
A female neighbor witnessed the forcible intrusion into the apartment.
When referring to substances and energy, 'Eindringen' (penetration) is often used with 'Feuchtigkeit' (moisture), 'Wasser' (water), 'Luft' (air), 'Gas' (gas), or 'Strahlung' (radiation). Common topics include protection, insulation, and damage to materials.
Das Eindringen von Wasser in die Kellerwand führte zu großen Schäden.
Water penetration into the basement wall caused extensive damage.
In its abstract sense, 'Eindringen' (in-depth exploration) occurs especially in technical or academic texts. Common phrases include 'tiefes Eindringen in die Materie' (in-depth exploration of the subject matter), 'Eindringen in komplexe Zusammenhänge' (exploration of complex interrelationships), and 'Eindringen in die Problematik' (exploration of the issues involved).
Für ein tieferes Eindringen in die Problematik fehlte im Seminar leider die Zeit.
Unfortunately, there was not enough time in the seminar for a more in-depth exploration of the issues involved.
