die Stellung
Translation
position, post, job, stance, attitude
Examples
Er hat eine gute Stellung in der Firma.
He has a good position in the company.
Was ist deine Stellung zu diesem Thema?
What is your stance on this topic?
Der Soldat blieb in seiner Stellung.
The soldier remained in his position.
Diese Übung verbessert die Stellung des Rückens.
This exercise improves the posture of the back.
Grammar Patterns
to take a stance on sth. Er nahm Stellung zu den Vorwürfen.
to have a position as sth. Sie hat eine Stellung als Lehrerin.
Similar Words
die Position, die Haltung (posture/attitude), die Meinung (opinion), der Job
Etymology
From the verb 'stellen' (to place, to set) and the suffix '-ung'. It literally means 'a placing' or 'a state of being placed'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'stellen' (to place). A 'Stellung' is where you are placed, whether it's a job, a physical position, or your position on an issue.