der Entscheidungsgrund
Translation
reason for the decision, rationale
Examples
Was war der Entscheidungsgrund für diesen Schritt?
What was the reason for this step?
Die Entscheidungsgründe wurden nicht öffentlich gemacht.
The reasons for the decision were not made public.
Grammar Patterns
der Entscheidungsgrund für+4 the reason for sth. The price was the main reason for my decision.
Similar Words
das Motiv (motive), die Begründung (justification), die Ursache (cause)
Etymology
Composed of 'Entscheidung' (decision) and 'Grund' (reason, ground). It literally means 'decision-reason'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'ground' (Grund) on which a decision stands.