noun
die Veranlassung, -en
cause
Der Grund oder Auslöser dafür, dass etwas getan oder begonnen wird.
The German word "Veranlassung" is a noun meaning "cause," "reason," or "grounds" for something.
It is composed of:
- "Anlass": occasion or reason, and with the prefix "ver-", implying causation or initiation.
Similar words:
- Grund (reason, ground)
- Ursache (cause)
- Motiv (motive)
Differences:
- Veranlassung often implies an active cause or trigger for action.
- Ursache is more general, referring to cause and effect.
- Grund can be more abstract reasons.
- Motiv usually refers to an internal motive or personal reason.
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Examples
Ohne Veranlassung sollte das Treffen nicht abgesagt werden.noun
The meeting should not be cancelled without cause.
Unsere Treffen bietet keine Veranlassung zur Sorge.noun
Our meeting offers no cause for concern.
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