der Herkunftsstaat
Translation
country of origin, home country, state of origin
Examples
Bitte geben Sie Ihren Herkunftsstaat an.
Please state your country of origin.
Der Herkunftsstaat der Ware ist unbekannt.
The country of origin of the goods is unknown.
Grammar Patterns
the country of origin ((of sb./sth.)) The country of origin of the applicant is unknown.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Herkunftsland, Heimatland; Antonyms: Zielland (destination country)
Etymology
A compound of 'Herkunft' (origin) and 'Staat' (state/country). 'Herkunft' itself comes from 'herkommen' (to come from).
Memory Tips
Think of 'her' (here) + 'kunft' (coming) + 'Staat' (state). It's the 'state of coming from here'. Used often in official contexts.