die Erklärung

Plural: die Erklärungen
Based on: erklären
Goethe B1 Noun #391 Noun
  1. the explanation
  2. the declaration
1.

the explanation

Examples
  • Ich brauche eine Erklärung.
  • I need an explanation.
2.

the declaration

(For official declarations.)
Examples
  • Am 4. Juli feiern die Amerikaner die Unabhängikeitserklärung.
  • On the 4th of July, the Americans celebrate the declaration of independence. 

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How many meanings does the German word 'Erklärung' have?

Erklärung has 2 distinct meanings: 1. the explanation, 2. the declaration.

What is the gender of 'Erklärung'?

die

What is the plural of 'Erklärung'?

die Erklärungen

What is 'Erklärung' related to?

The word 'Erklärung' is related to erklären.

Where can I learn more about 'Erklärung'?

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