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Situation
situation
The German word 'Situation' is used in the same way as in English. It refers to a set of circumstances in which one finds oneself. For example, 'Die Situation ist kompliziert' translates to 'The situation is complicated'.
Example sentences using: Situation
Die Situation ist schwierig.
The situation is difficult.
This sentence is stating a subjective opinion about a particular situation, expressing that it is complicated or challenging.
Wir müssen die Situation analysieren.
We need to analyze the situation.
Using 'we' in this sentence indicates a group action, suggesting that the task of analyzing the situation needs to be done collectively.
Er versteht nicht die Situation.
He does not understand the situation.
This is a statement expressing lack of understanding on someone's part towards a particular situation.