der Umstand

Plural: die Umstände
Based on: Stand, um
Noun #320 Noun
1.

the circumstance(s), the fact (about reality), the problem

(Either neutral or slightly negative. NOT for big problems or extraordinary circumstances.)
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  • Lieber Thomas. Meinem Bitten zum Trotz warst du wieder an meinem Fach und hast wieder meinen Jogurt gegessen. Unter diesen Umständen kann die Beziehung leider nicht fortgeführt werden. Mfg, Maria.
  • Dear Thomas. In defiance of my solicitation you have again been at my shelve and have, again, eaten my yogurt. Under these circumstances the relationship cannot be continued. Rgds, Maria.
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Word of the Day – “umständlich”

A quick look at the meaning of "umständlich" and the noun "der Umstand" and what pregnancy clothes have to do with circumstances.

Vocab: umständlich, der Umstand, unter Umständen, andere Umstände

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

Umstand has 1 distinct meaning: 1. the circumstance(s), the fact (about reality), the problem.

What is the gender of 'Umstand'?

der

What is the plural of 'Umstand'?

die Umstände

What is 'Umstand' related to?

The word 'Umstand' is related to Stand and um.

Where can I learn more about 'Umstand'?

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Word of the Day – “umständlich”
A quick look at the meaning of "umständlich" and the noun "der Umstand" and what pregnancy clothes have to do with circumstances.
Vocab: umständlich, der Umstand, unter Umständen, andere Umstände
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