angesichts
Translation
in view of, given, considering
Examples
Angesichts der Lage müssen wir handeln.
In view of the situation, we must act.
Angesichts seines Alters ist er sehr fit.
Considering his age, he is very fit.
Grammar Patterns
((et2)) in view of sth. Angesichts des schlechten Wetters bleiben wir zu Hause.
Similar Words
in Anbetracht (in consideration of), wegen (because of), aufgrund (due to)
Etymology
Composed of 'an-' (at, on) and 'Gesicht' (face, sight). It literally means 'in the sight of' or 'in the face of'.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'facing' a situation. The English phrase 'in the face of the facts...' is a good parallel for 'Angesichts der Tatsachen...'