die  Einführung

B1

Estimated CEFR level.

/ˈaɪ̯nfyːʁʊŋ/

📚 What does "die Einführung" mean?

Die Einführung (feminine noun) has several related meanings:

• The introduction to something new: This can refer to a topic, a person, a product, or a method. It's the act of presenting or leading into something. Example: Die Einführung in die Quantenphysik war sehr spannend. (The introduction to quantum physics was very exciting.)
• The market launch of a product: The process of bringing a new product to the market. Example: Die Einführung des neuen Smartphones war ein großer Erfolg. (The launch of the new smartphone was a great success.)
• The implementation or enactment: Starting the use of a new system, law, or regulation. Example: Die Einführung der neuen Software verlief reibungslos. (The implementation of the new software went smoothly.)
• The onboarding or induction: Familiarizing a new person (e.g., employee) with their environment or tasks. Example: Jeder neue Mitarbeiter erhält eine gründliche Einführung. (Every new employee receives a thorough induction.)

The word derives from the verb einführen (to introduce, implement, import).

Article rules for der, die, and das

🧐 Grammar of "Einführung" in Detail

The word "Einführung" is a feminine noun. Therefore, the article is always die.

Singular Declension

Plural Declension

💡 Example Sentences

• Die Professorin gab eine kurze Einführung in das Thema. (The professor gave a brief introduction to the topic. - Nominative Singular)
• Während der Einführung des neuen Systems gab es einige Fragen. (During the implementation of the new system, there were some questions. - Genitive Singular)
• Nach der Einführung fühlten sich die Studenten sicherer. (After the introduction, the students felt more confident. - Dative Singular)
• Wir planen die Einführung neuer Richtlinien für das nächste Quartal. (We are planning the introduction of new guidelines for the next quarter. - Accusative Singular)
• Mehrere Produkteinführungen stehen dieses Jahr an. (Several product launches are planned for this year. - Nominative Plural)

💬 How to use "die Einführung"?

"Die Einführung" is used in various contexts:

• Academic/Education: Often as "Einführung in..." (e.g., a subject, a theory). Refers to the initial part of a course, book, or lecture that provides basic knowledge. Example: Das erste Kapitel dient als Einführung in die Materie. (The first chapter serves as an introduction to the subject matter.)
• Business/Marketing: Refers to the market launch of products or services. Example: Die Einführungskampagne war sehr teuer. (The launch campaign was very expensive.)
• Technology/Organization: Describes the implementation of new systems, software, processes, or rules. Example: Die Einführung der DSGVO erforderte viele Anpassungen. (The introduction of the GDPR required many adjustments.)
• Human Resources: The onboarding of new employees. Example: Die Einführung neuer Kollegen ist Teil meiner Aufgaben. (The onboarding of new colleagues is part of my responsibilities.)

Comparison with similar words

• Einleitung: Similar to Einführung, often used for the beginning part of a text or speech. Can be somewhat shorter or less comprehensive than an Einführung.
• Vorstellung: More commonly used for introducing people (sich vorstellen - to introduce oneself) or presenting an idea/plan.
• Beginn/Start: More general terms for the beginning of something.

⚠️ Pay attention to the context to understand the precise meaning of "Einführung".

🧠 Mnemonics for Einführung

Article Mnemonic

Think: Nouns ending in -ung in German are almost always feminine (die). Like die Leitung (the line/management), die Bewertung (the evaluation), and die Einführung. The "ung" ending is your cue for "die"!

Meaning Mnemonic

Imagine someone is being 'led in' (ein-führ-en) to a new place or topic. This first step, this 'leading in', is the Einführung – the introduction or launch.

🔄 Synonyms & Antonyms

⚠️ Similar but different words

• Ausfuhr: Export. Sounds slightly similar but means exporting goods.
• Durchführung: Execution or carrying out of something. Often follows planning or Einführung.

😂 A Little Joke

Warum war die Einführung in die Geschichte der Unsichtbarkeit so kurz?

Man konnte den Anfang einfach nicht sehen! 😉

(Translation: Why was the introduction to the history of invisibility so short? - You just couldn't see the beginning!)

✍️ Poem about Einführung

Die Einführung, ein erster Schritt,
Nimmt uns behutsam an der Hand mit.
Ob Wissen, Produkt oder neuer Brauch,
Sie öffnet Türen, das tut sie auch.
Ein leises Flüstern, das beginnt,
Bevor der Sturm der Details gewinnt.

(Translation: The introduction, a first step, / Gently takes us by the hand. / Whether knowledge, product, or new custom, / It opens doors, that it does too. / A soft whisper that begins, / Before the storm of details wins.)

🧩 Riddle Time

Ich bin der Anfang, oft im Buch zu lesen,
Bring Neues auf den Markt, bin's auch gewesen.
Ein neuer Kollege lernt durch mich den Ort,
Ich bin das erste, wegweisende Wort.

Was bin ich?

(Translation: I am the beginning, often read in books, / I bring new things to the market, I have been that too. / A new colleague learns the place through me, / I am the first, guiding word. / What am I?)

Lösung/Solution: die Einführung

✨ Other Information

Word Composition

The word "Einführung" is composed of:

• Prefix ein-: Often means 'in' or marks the beginning of an action.
• Stem verb führen: To lead, guide, carry.
• Suffix -ung: Forms feminine nouns, often indicating a process or its result.

So, literally, it means the act of "leading in".