die Angaben
Translation
information, details, data, statements
Examples
Bitte machen Sie genaue Angaben.
Please provide precise information.
Nach seinen Angaben war er nicht da.
According to his statements, he wasn't there.
Die Angaben sind vertraulich zu behandeln.
The data must be treated confidentially.
Grammar Patterns
Angaben ((zu+3)) details/information on ((sth.)) Please provide details about yourself.
Angaben ((über+4)) information about ((sth.)) We need information about the incident.
nach Angaben ((von+3)) according to ((sb./sth.)) According to the police, there were no injuries.
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Etymology
From the verb 'angeben' (to state, specify). Composed of 'an-' (on, about) + 'geben' (to give). Literally, the 'giving of' information.
Memory Tips
Think of 'giving' ('geben') information 'on' ('an') a topic. 'Angaben' are the pieces of information given.