belangen
Translation
as for, regarding, to concern, to affect
Examples
Was meine Arbeit belangt, bin ich zufrieden.
As for my work, I am satisfied.
Diese Regelung belangt alle Mitarbeiter.
This regulation affects all employees.
Grammar Patterns
was ((sth.acc)) belangt, ... as for (sth.), ... Was das Wetter belangt, wird es regnen.
((sth.acc)) belangen to concern/affect (sth.) This decision affects us all.
Similar Words
Synonyms: betreffen, angehen
Etymology
Third-person singular present of the verb 'belangen'. Related to the noun 'der Belang' (importance).
Memory Tips
Most commonly used in the fixed phrase 'Was ... belangt, ...' which means 'As for ..., ...'. Memorize it as a chunk.