die Belange
Translation
matters, concerns, interests, affairs
Examples
Wir müssen die Belange der Bürger berücksichtigen.
We must consider the concerns of the citizens.
Das betrifft alle rechtlichen Belange.
This affects all legal matters.
Grammar Patterns
the concerns/interests ((of sb. / sth.)) The interests of the company are paramount.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Angelegenheiten, Interessen, Anliegen
Etymology
From the verb 'belangen' (to concern). Related to 'langen' (to reach, suffice), so it means things that 'reach' or 'touch upon' someone.
Memory Tips
Sounds a bit like 'belong'. Think of matters that 'belong' to a person's area of interest or concern.