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Äußerung

utterance, statement, remark

noun OI-ser-ung Rare
Communication Speech

Usage Note

Äußerung is a broad, neutral term for any spoken or written statement. Eine öffentliche Äußerung — a public statement; Äußerungen machen — to make remarks. It is often used in press law and media: strafbare Äußerung — punishable statement.

Examples

"Seine Äußerungen über den Kollegen wurden als unangemessen empfunden."

Natural Translation

His remarks about the colleague were perceived as inappropriate.

Literal Translation

His utterances about the colleague were as inappropriate perceived.

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