der Anlass
Translation
occasion, reason, cause, event
Examples
Was war der Anlass für die Feier?
What was the occasion for the celebration?
Es gab keinen Anlass zur Sorge.
There was no reason for concern.
Bei festlichen Anlässen trägt man Anzug.
One wears a suit on festive occasions.
Grammar Patterns
((the reason)) ((for sth.)) Was ist der Anlass für deine Reise?
((on an occasion)) Aus diesem Anlass schreibe ich Ihnen.
((to give sb.)) ((cause for sth.)) Dein Verhalten gibt Anlass zur Sorge.
Similar Words
Gelegenheit (opportunity), Grund (reason), Ursache (cause)
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'anlassen' (to start, to cause). It signifies the 'start' or cause of something.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'Anlasser' (starter motor) in a car. An 'Anlass' is the 'starter' for an event or action.