der Rückschluß
Translation
conclusion, inference, deduction
Examples
Aus diesen Fakten kann man einen Rückschluss ziehen.
From these facts, one can draw a conclusion.
Sein Verhalten lässt Rückschlüsse auf seinen Charakter zu.
His behaviour allows for conclusions about his character.
Grammar Patterns
to draw a conclusion ((from sth.)) einen Rückschluss ((aus et3)) ziehen From the evidence, one can draw a conclusion.
to allow for conclusions ((about sth.)) Rückschlüsse ((auf et4)) zulassen The data allows for conclusions about buying behaviour.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Schlussfolgerung, Konklusion, Deduktion
Etymology
From 'Rück-' (back) + 'Schluss' (conclusion, end). A conclusion drawn by looking 'back' at the evidence.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'closing' (Schluss) a case by looking 'back' (Rück-) at the facts to reach a conclusion.