die Stellungnahme
Translation
statements, opinions, comments, position papers
Examples
Wir warten auf ihre offiziellen Stellungnahmen.
We are waiting for their official statements.
Die Experten gaben verschiedene Stellungnahmen ab.
The experts issued various statements.
Grammar Patterns
to issue/release a statement ((on sth.)) eine Stellungnahme ((zu+3)) abgeben/veröffentlichen The government issued a statement on the crisis.
Similar Words
Meinung (opinion), Äußerung (remark), Kommentar (comment), Gutachten (expert opinion)
Etymology
Composed of 'Stellung' (position, standing) and 'nahme' (taking), from the verb 'nehmen' (to take). It literally means 'position-taking'.
Memory Tips
Visualize someone physically 'taking a position' or a stand on a stage to deliver their official opinion.