der Einzug
moving in
The process of moving into a new apartment or a new house.
EXAMPLE
Der Einzug in unsere neue Wohnung ist für nächsten Monat geplant.
Moving into our new apartment is planned for next month.
der Einzug
moving in / entry
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Meanings
Einzug halten
to find its way in
The introduction and establishment of something new, for example a technology, a fashion, or an idea, in a particular area.
EXAMPLE
Die künstliche Intelligenz hat in viele Bereiche unseres Lebens Einzug gehalten.
Artificial intelligence has found its way into many areas of our lives.
der Einzug
entry
The ceremonial entry into a place by an important person or a group, often as part of a ceremony or procession.
EXAMPLE
Der Einzug der siegreichen Mannschaft ins Stadion wurde von den Fans bejubelt.
The entry of the victorious team into the stadium was cheered by the fans.
der Einzug
collection
The collection or charging of money, especially of receivables, contributions, or taxes, often by direct debit.
EXAMPLE
Die Bank ist für den Einzug der monatlichen Kreditraten verantwortlich.
The bank is responsible for collecting the monthly loan installments.
Usage tips
Word family
'Der Einzug' (moving in / entry) is the noun related to the separable verb 'einziehen' (to move in / to enter). The prefix 'ein-' here means movement into something, which explains the noun's different meanings.
EXAMPLE
Nächste Woche ziehen wir in die neue Wohnung ein.
Next week we are moving into the new apartment.
Typical preposition
Since the word describes movement or entry, it is very often used with the preposition 'in' and the accusative: der Einzug in die Wohnung (moving into the apartment), der Einzug ins Finale (entry into the final).
EXAMPLE
Der Einzug in die Endrunde war eine große Überraschung.
Making it into the final round was a big surprise.
Context clue: housing
When it is about moving into an apartment, words like 'Wohnung' (apartment), 'Haus' (house), 'Umzug' (move), 'Möbel' (furniture), or 'Kisten' (boxes) often appear in the context.
EXAMPLE
Wir müssen für den Einzug noch viele Kisten packen.
We still have to pack a lot of boxes for the move-in.
Fixed expression
The abstract meaning 'introduction of something new' is almost always used in the fixed expression 'Einzug halten' (to find its way in / to become established). The subject is the new thing, e.g. a technology or idea.
EXAMPLE
Das Internet hat schnell in fast allen Haushalten Einzug gehalten.
The internet quickly found its way into almost all households.
Context clue: ceremony
You can recognize the meaning 'ceremonial entry' from words like 'feierlich' (ceremonial), 'König' (king), 'Mannschaft' (team), 'Stadion' (stadium), or 'Parade' (parade). It describes a ceremonial act.
EXAMPLE
Der feierliche Einzug des Brautpaares in die Kirche begann.
The ceremonial entry of the bride and groom into the church began.
Context clue: money
When it is about collecting money, terms like 'Bank' (bank), 'Konto' (account), 'Lastschrift' (direct debit), 'Gebühren' (fees), or 'Steuern' (taxes) often appear in the sentence.
EXAMPLE
Der monatliche Einzug der Miete erfolgt immer am Monatsanfang.
The monthly collection of the rent always takes place at the beginning of the month.
Compare with
Einzug vs Umzug
move / parade
Both words refer to moving to a new home. “Der Umzug” means the entire move, often including packing and transportation; “der Einzug” emphasizes moving into and arriving at the new home. Use “Umzug” for the overall process and “Einzug” for the beginning at the new location.
Einzug
Unser Einzug in die neue Wohnung ist am Samstag.
We are moving into the new apartment on Saturday.
Umzug
Unser Umzug in die neue Wohnung dauert das ganze Wochenende.
Our move to the new apartment will take the whole weekend.
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