noun
das Anliegen, –
kérés
Etwas, das jemand wichtig findet und erreichen oder mitteilen möchte.
The German word "Anliegen" is a noun meaning "concern," "request," or "issue." It comes from the verb "anliegen," which means "to lie against" or "to border on," but the noun usage evolved to mean something that "lies to" or is important to someone.
Similar words:
- Angelegenheit (matter, affair)
- Problem (problem)
- Wunsch (wish, request)
Difference:
- Anliegen often emphasizes a personal concern or request someone brings forward.
- Angelegenheit is more formal and neutral for matters or business to be discussed.
- Wunsch focuses more on a desire rather than an important concern.
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Examples
Dein Anliegen wird bald bearbeitet.noun
A kérésed hamarosan feldolgozásra kerül.
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