This is the 9737th most frequent German word.
naturzerstörung
Destruction of nature.
Used as the subject of the sentence, specifying the cause of ecological harm.
Die Naturzerstörung durch Abholzung gefährdet viele Tierarten.
The destruction of nature through deforestation endangers many animal species.
Used as the object of the action, indicating what needs to be addressed.
Wir müssen die Naturzerstörung stoppen, um die Umwelt zu schützen.
We must stop the destruction of nature to protect the environment.
Used as part of a possessive structure, describing the effects of ecological damage.