der Zusammenhang
Translation
connection, context, correlation, coherence
Examples
Es gibt einen Zusammenhang zwischen den Ereignissen.
There is a connection between the events.
Man muss den Satz im Zusammenhang lesen.
You have to read the sentence in context.
In diesem Zusammenhang möchte ich etwas sagen.
In this context, I would like to say something.
Grammar Patterns
in connection with sth. ((im Zusammenhang mit+3)) The problem is in connection with the economy.
a connection between sth. ((ein Zusammenhang zwischen+3)) There is a connection between the two cases.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Verbindung, Beziehung, Kontext
Etymology
Composed of 'zusammen' (together) and 'hangen' (to hang). It literally means 'hanging together', which signifies a connection or context.
Memory Tips
Picture two ideas 'hanging together' on a clothesline; they are connected.