die Gründe
Translation
reasons, grounds, causes
Examples
Nennen Sie bitte die Gründe.
Please state the reasons.
Aus persönlichen Gründen kann ich nicht kommen.
I cannot come for personal reasons.
Grammar Patterns
reasons for sth. reasons for sth. There are many reasons for his decision.
for ... reasons for ... reasons He resigned for personal reasons.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Ursachen, Motive; Antonyms: Folgen, Konsequenzen
Etymology
Plural of 'Grund' (ground, foundation). The 'ground' on which an argument stands signifies the 'reason'.
Memory Tips
Think of the English word 'grounds' as in 'on what grounds?'. It's a direct cognate.