anlässlich
on the occasion of
The German word "anlässlich" is a preposition meaning "on the occasion of" or "in connection with". It is composed of the words "an" (at/on) and "lässlich," related to "lassen" (to let), but the key part here is the fixed phrase usage rather than breaking into root words meaning.
Similar words:
- "wegen" (because of)
- "aufgrund" (due to)
- "anläßlich" (alternative older spelling of anlässlich)
Difference:
- "anlässlich" specifically refers to a temporal or event-related occasion.
- "wegen" and "aufgrund" imply causality rather than occasion.
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Examples
Wir machen ein Fest anlässlich deines Geburtstags.preposition
We are having a party on the occasion of your birthday.
Anlässlich des Jubiläums wurde eine Rede gehalten.preposition
On the occasion of the anniversary, a speech was given.
Anlässlich des Sieges bedankte sich die Mannschaft bei den Fans.preposition
On the occasion of the victory, the team thanked the fans.
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