der Entscheid
Translation
decision, ruling, verdict
Examples
Der richterliche Entscheid steht noch aus.
The judicial decision is still pending.
Der Stichentscheid fiel knapp aus.
The casting vote was close.
Grammar Patterns
a decision on/about ((sth.)) ein Entscheid über+4 The decision on the construction of the bridge was postponed.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Urteil (judgment), Beschluss (resolution), Entscheidung (decision)
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'entscheiden' (to decide), which is composed of 'ent-' (apart) and 'scheiden' (to separate). Making a decision involves separating options.
Memory Tips
Consider 'Entscheid' the formal term for a 'ruling' or 'verdict,' especially in law or sports. It's the masculine version of the more general 'die Entscheidung'.