English–German
“circumstance” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈʊmʃtant/
Example
Aufgrund persönlicher Umstände kann er nicht kommen.
He cannot come because of personal circumstances.
How to say “circumstance” in German
“Circumstance” in German is Umstand.
A situation viewed together with the conditions that determine how it develops.
Example sentences with Umstand
Unter besonderen Umständen kann die Prüfung verschoben werden.
Under special circumstances, the examination can be postponed.
Tips for using Umstand
- Umstände can also occur in the expression sich Umstände machen, meaning to take extra trouble or create unnecessary difficulty.