in view of
angesichts + genitive
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in view of
In consideration of or because of a particular situation; indicates that something is taken into account when making an assessment. The word is usually used with the genitive.
Angesichts der schwierigen Lage müssen wir schnell handeln.
In view of the difficult situation, we must act quickly.
'Angesichts' (in view of) is usually used with the genitive in standard German. It is often followed by a noun with an article or by a noun without an article when referring to a general situation.
Angesichts des starken Regens fällt das Konzert aus.
In view of the heavy rain, the concert has been canceled.
Angesichts steigender Kosten müssen wir den Plan ändern.
In view of rising costs, we have to change the plan.
When the prepositional phrase with 'angesichts' (in view of) comes at the beginning of a sentence, it is followed directly by the finite verb and then the subject. The phrase therefore occupies the first position in the main clause.
Angesichts der vielen Probleme braucht das Team mehr Zeit.
In view of the many problems, the team needs more time.
'Angesichts' (in view of) is especially typical of factual, formal, and written texts, such as news, reports, or official statements.
Angesichts der aktuellen Entwicklung kündigte die Regierung weitere Maßnahmen an.
In view of the current developments, the government announced further measures.
