German word

Tatsache

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈtaːtˌzaːxə/

Meaning

  • feminine nounfact

Example

Das ist eine interessante Tatsache.

That is an interesting fact.

Illustration for Tatsache (fact)

More examples

Wir müssen der Tatsache ins Auge sehen.

We must face the fact.

Core concept

A checkable state of affairs that remains true whether or not anyone holds an opinion about it.

Common phrases

  • die Tatsache ist, dass

    the fact is that

  • der Tatsache ins Auge sehen

    face the fact

  • mit der Tatsache leben

    live with the fact

Similar words

Fakt: A clearly established fact supported by evidence or figures.
Wahrheit: Something regarded as correct based on facts or sound reasoning.
Realität: The actual state of things or conditions that exist in the world.
Meinung: A personal view or judgment that may not be verifiable by evidence.

Definition in German

Eine Tatsache ist ein nachweisbarer Sachverhalt, der unabhängig von subjektiven Ansichten besteht.

Word origin

Tatsache is a compound of Tat, meaning deed or act, and Sache, meaning matter or thing, which together developed the sense of fact.

Usage tips

  • Tatsache is feminine, so the usual form is eine Tatsache and the plural is Tatsachen.

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