Verhütung

Meaning

1. (dated,feminine) prevention; circumvention
2. (feminine) contraception (use of a device or procedure to prevent conception as a result of sexual activity)

Concepts

prevention

contraception

check

birth control

hindrance

obstruction

obviation

preventive action

interdiction

precaution

protection against

birdh control

family planning

population control

Gender

♀️ Feminine

Pronounced as (IPA)

/fɛɐ̯ˈhyːtʊŋ/

Etymology

verhüten + -ung. In the sense of “contraception” short for Empfängnisverhütung.

Sentences

Insbesondere sind wir gegen Kürzungen bei den Ausgaben für die Verhütung der Meeresverschmutzung.

In particular, we are opposed to the cuts made to spending on the prevention of marine pollution.