der Anknüpfungspunkt
Translation
point of contact, starting point, common ground, link
Examples
Wir suchen Anknüpfungspunkte für eine Kooperation.
We are looking for starting points for a cooperation.
Das Gespräch bot viele Anknüpfungspunkte.
The conversation offered many points of contact.
Grammar Patterns
Anknüpfungspunkte ((für sth.acc)) bieten to offer starting points (for sth.) The topic offers starting points for a discussion.
Anknüpfungspunkte ((zu sth.dat)) finden to find links (to sth.) He found links to the local culture.
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Etymology
Composed of Anknüpfung ('connection', from anknüpfen) + -s- (linking element) + Punkt ('point'). Literally a 'connection point'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'Punkt' (point) where you can 'anknüpfen' (tie on/connect) a new conversation, idea, or relationship. It's the hook or common ground.