der Ermittlungsstand
Translation
state of the investigation, status of the investigation
Examples
Was ist der aktuelle Ermittlungsstand?
What is the current state of the investigation?
Die Polizei informiert über den Ermittlungsstand.
The police are providing information about the state of the investigation.
Grammar Patterns
((the state of the investigation)) ((in sth.)) the state of the investigation in a case The state of the investigation in this case is unclear.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Untersuchungsstand, Sachstand
Etymology
A compound noun from 'Ermittlung' (investigation) and 'Stand' (state, status). Literally 'investigation-status'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Ermittlung' (investigation) + 'Stand' (where things stand). It's the current standing of the investigation.