der Stichtag
Translation
deadline, key date, effective date, cut-off date
Examples
Der Stichtag für die Bewerbung ist der 31. Mai.
The deadline for the application is May 31st.
Als Stichtag gilt der Tag des Poststempels.
The postmark date is considered the effective date.
Grammar Patterns
the deadline for sth. Der Stichtag für die Steuererklärung rückt näher.
to be considered the effective date Als Stichtag gilt der 1. Januar.
Similar Words
Deadline, Frist, Termin
Etymology
A compound of 'Stich' (prick, mark) and 'Tag' (day). Literally a day that is 'pricked' or marked on a calendar.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'stabbing' or marking a specific day on the calendar with a pin. That's your deadline or key date.