This is the 2145th most frequent German word.
aufnahme
"Aufnahme" means "recording," "intake," "admission," or "reception," depending on context.
Used as a noun referring to 'recording' or 'film shooting'.
Die Aufnahme des neuen Films war gestern.
The recording of the new movie was yesterday.
Used as a noun referring to 'admission' or 'entry' into a group or organization.
Die Aufnahme in den Verein war sehr herzlich.
The admission to the club was very warm.
Used metaphorically as a noun referring to 'absorption' or 'assimilation'.