dahinterstehende
Translation
underlying, behind it, responsible
Examples
Die dahinterstehende Absicht war unklar.
The underlying intention was unclear.
Wir müssen die dahinterstehende Logik verstehen.
We have to understand the logic behind it.
Grammar Patterns
the dahinterstehende + Noun the underlying... The dahinterstehende intention was unclear.
Similar Words
zugrunde liegend (underlying), ursächlich (causal)
Etymology
From 'dahinter' (behind it) + 'stehende' (standing). Literally 'standing behind it'.
Memory Tips
Picture someone or something 'standing behind' a curtain, representing the hidden cause or person responsible.