der Sachverhalt
Translation
facts, circumstances, case, issue
Examples
Der Sachverhalt ist kompliziert.
The facts of the case are complicated.
Er erklärte den Sachverhalt genau.
He explained the circumstances precisely.
Wir müssen den Sachverhalt aufklären.
We must clarify the facts.
Grammar Patterns
((the facts/case)) (nominative) the facts, the case The case is clear.
((the facts/case)) (accusative) the facts, the case The lawyer is examining the case.
((of the facts/case)) (genitive) of the facts, of the case The investigation of the facts is ongoing.
Similar Words
Synonyms: facts, circumstances, case; Antonyms: assumption, speculation.
Etymology
Composed of 'Sache' (matter, affair) and 'Verhalt' (from 'verhalten', to relate). It literally means 'how the matter relates/stands'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'the state of the affair'. It's a formal, often legal, term for 'the facts of the case'.