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mention
The brief, passing, or deliberate naming of someone or something in spoken or written language.
Die lobende Erwähnung seines Namens in der Zeitung hat ihn sehr gefreut.
The complimentary mention of his name in the newspaper made him very happy.
to be mentioned
A fixed expression meaning that something or someone is named or taken into account.
Diese wichtige Studie sollte in deiner Abschlussarbeit unbedingt Erwähnung finden.
This important study should definitely be mentioned in your thesis.
'Die Erwähnung' (mention) is a noun derived from the verb 'erwähnen' (to mention). The ending '-ung' turns the verb into a feminine noun that describes the action or result of mentioning.
Ich möchte das Problem kurz erwähnen.
I would like to mention the problem briefly.
The phrase 'Erwähnung finden' (to be mentioned) is a fixed noun-verb combination. It is a more formal alternative to 'erwähnt werden' (to be mentioned) and is often used in written language.
Sein Beitrag hat in dem Artikel leider keine Erwähnung gefunden.
Unfortunately, his contribution was not mentioned in the article.
The noun 'Erwähnung' (mention) is frequently combined with certain adjectives to specify the type of mention. Typical examples are 'lobende Erwähnung' (honorable/complimentary mention), 'besondere Erwähnung' (special mention), or 'kurze Erwähnung' (brief mention).
Für ihre herausragende Leistung erhielt sie eine besondere Erwähnung.
She received a special mention for her outstanding performance.
To specify who or what is mentioned, 'die Erwähnung' (mention) is often followed by a noun in the genitive or by a possessive pronoun.
Die Erwähnung des neuen Projekts weckte das Interesse der Investoren.
The mention of the new project sparked the investors' interest.
naming
„Erwähnung“ means that someone is referred to or briefly mentioned. „Benennung“ goes further: It specifically designates or identifies a person, often with a particular role. Use „Erwähnung“ for a mere reference and „Benennung“ for a deliberate assignment.
Im Bericht genügte die Erwähnung von Maria, weil ihre Hilfe nur kurz angesprochen werden sollte.
The mention of Maria in the report was enough because her help was only meant to be referred to briefly.
Die Benennung von Maria als neue Ansprechpartnerin machte ihre Aufgabe eindeutig.
Naming Maria as the new contact person made her role clear.
