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Stellungnahme

statement, position paper

noun SHTEL-oong-nah-meh Rare
Communication Expressions

Also means

comment, stance

Usage Note

Stellungnahme is a formal, written or spoken statement of position on an issue; eine Stellungnahme abgeben ('to issue a statement') is the standard collocation in press releases and official communication.

Examples

"Die Ministerin bat um eine schriftliche Stellungnahme."

Natural Translation

The minister asked for a written statement.

Literal Translation

The minister asked for a written position-taking.

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