die Feststellung
Translation
finding, statement, determination, observation
Examples
Seine Feststellung war für alle überraschend.
His finding was surprising for everyone.
Die Feststellung der Identität dauerte Stunden.
The determination of the identity took hours.
Grammar Patterns
to make a statement/finding ((about sth.)) to make a statement about sth. The expert made a clear statement about the situation.
the determination ((of sth.)) the determination of sth. The determination of the personal details was difficult.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Beobachtung (observation), Erkenntnis (finding), Aussage (statement), Bestimmung (determination)
Etymology
From the verb 'feststellen' (to determine, establish), which comes from 'fest' (firm) + 'stellen' (to place). The '-ung' suffix forms a noun.
Memory Tips
The act of 'feststellen' (making something firm/certain) results in a 'Feststellung' (a firm statement or finding).