German Conversation · Level 168
29 words
German word
Anstoß
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈanʃtoːs/
Meaning
- masculine nounimpetus
Example
Der Anstoß zu diesem Projekt kam von ihr.
The impetus for this project came from her.
More examples
Die neue Studie gab Anstoß für weitere Untersuchungen.
The new study gave impetus to further investigations.
Core concept
A contact point that sends a ball, project, or reaction into motion.
Common phrases
einen Anstoß geben
provide impetus
zum Anstoß werden
serve as the impetus
Similar words
Anregung: A stimulus that sparks a new idea or encourages action.
Impuls: A sudden, strong influence that triggers an action or emotion.
Anlass: A direct reason or occasion for something to happen.
Auslöser: A starting point that initiates an event or provokes a reaction.
Definition in German
ein Ereignis oder Impuls, der etwas beginnen lässt
Word origin
Anstoß is formed from an- and the Germanic verb stoßen, 'to push or strike', naming a start or a provocation.
Usage tips
- In Anstoß geben, the dative marks the person receiving the impetus, while Anstoß nehmen an + dative means taking offense at something.