aufgrund
due to
Expresses the reason or cause for something; because of a particular fact or event.
EXAMPLE
Aufgrund des starken Regens wurde das Spiel abgesagt.
The game was canceled due to the heavy rain.
aufgrund
due to / on the basis of
aufgrund + genitive
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Word formation
'Aufgrund' (due to) is made up of 'auf' (on) and 'Grund' (reason). As a preposition, it indicates a reason or basis; the spaced spelling 'auf Grund' is also correct.
EXAMPLE
Aufgrund eines technischen Problems blieb der Zug stehen.
The train stopped due to a technical problem.
Genitive after aufgrund
In standard German, 'aufgrund' (due to) is usually followed by the genitive. With a noun without an article, the genitive form can often be recognized by its ending.
EXAMPLE
Aufgrund fehlender Informationen konnte niemand die Entscheidung erklären.
Because of the lack of information, no one could explain the decision.
Written style
'Aufgrund' (due to) is especially common in formal and written texts, such as news reports, reports, and official announcements.
EXAMPLE
Aufgrund der aktuellen Sicherheitslage bleibt das Gebäude heute geschlossen.
Due to the current security situation, the building will remain closed today.
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