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anlässlich

on the occasion of

preposition an-LAES-likh Rare

Usage Note

Anlässlich governs the genitive and is used in formal contexts for events, ceremonies, or occasions: anlässlich des Jubiläums. It is more elevated than wegen or bei and common in official invitations and announcements.

Examples

"Anlässlich des hundertjährigen Bestehens veranstaltete die Firma ein großes Fest."

Natural Translation

On the occasion of its hundredth anniversary, the company held a big celebration.

Literal Translation

On-the-occasion-of the hundred-year existence organised the company a big celebration.

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