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Angelegenheit

English translation of Angelegenheit

matter

In German, the word 'Angelegenheit' is used to refer to a matter or an issue, similar to its English counterpart. It can be used in various contexts, such as business, law, or personal affairs. For example, 'Das ist eine ernste Angelegenheit' translates to 'This is a serious matter.' It's important to note that 'Angelegenheit' is a feminine noun, so it takes the definite article 'die' and the indefinite article 'eine'.


Example sentences using: Angelegenheit

Diese Angelegenheit ist dringend.

English translation of Diese Angelegenheit ist dringend.

This matter is urgent.

In this sentence, 'Angelegenheit' translates to 'matter' or 'affair'. It is used to refer to an issue or situation that demands attention. The added adjective 'dringend' indicates the urgency of the issue.

Die Angelegenheit ist komplex.

English translation of Die Angelegenheit ist komplex.

The matter is complex.

Here, 'Angelegenheit' is also translated as 'matter'. In this context, it refers to a situation or issue that is complicated or difficult to understand. The adjective 'komplex' gives the sentence its meaning of complexity or intricacy.

Ich werde mich um die Angelegenheit kümmern.

English translation of Ich werde mich um die Angelegenheit kümmern.

I will take care of the matter.

In this sentence, 'Angelegenheit' remains translated as 'matter' or 'issue'. The verb 'kümmern' is used in conjunction with 'mich' and 'um' to indicate taking care, responsibility or tending to something. Thus, the sentence indicates personal responsibility in dealing with the issue.

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