konstatieren
Translation
to state, to ascertain, to establish, to note
Examples
Der Arzt konnte nur den Tod konstatieren.
The doctor could only ascertain the death.
Ich muss konstatieren, dass Sie recht haben.
I must state that you are right.
Grammar Patterns
to state/ascertain ((sth.)) The report states a decline.
to state that ... I have to state that it is too late.
Similar Words
Synonyms: feststellen, bemerken.
Etymology
From Latin 'constat' (it is established). 'con-' (together) + 'stare' (to stand).
Memory Tips
To declare something as 'constant' or established. It's a formal way of saying 'to state a fact'.