der Verdachtsfall
Translation
suspected case, case of suspicion
Examples
Dies ist ein klarer Verdachtsfall von Betrug.
This is a clear suspected case of fraud.
Jeder Verdachtsfall wird gründlich untersucht.
Every suspected case is thoroughly investigated.
Im Verdachtsfall sollten Sie die Polizei rufen.
In a suspected case, you should call the police.
Grammar Patterns
((a suspected case of sth.)) ein Verdachtsfall auf+4 It is a suspected case of the flu.
((in a suspected case)) im Verdachtsfall In a suspected case, an investigation is initiated.
Similar Words
der mutmaßliche Fall (presumed case)
Etymology
A compound word from `Verdacht` (suspicion) and `Fall` (case). It literally means a 'suspicion case'.
Memory Tips
Break it down to remember: `Verdacht` (suspicion) + `Fall` (case). A case where there is suspicion.