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der Einwand
objection
A counterargument or concern raised against a proposal, statement, or plan.
example
Haben Sie Einwände gegen diesen Vorschlag?
Do you have any objections to this proposal?
der Einwand
objection
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Meanings
Usage tips
Word family
The noun 'der Einwand' (objection) comes from the verb 'einwenden' (to object). When someone 'einwendet' (objects to something), they express an objection. This connection helps you understand its meaning as a counterargument.
EXAMPLE
Der Anwalt wollte etwas einwenden, aber der Richter ließ es nicht zu.
The lawyer wanted to object, but the judge did not allow it.
Typical verbs
'Einwand' is often combined with certain verbs. You can 'have' an objection, 'raise' one, or, in more formal contexts, 'erheben' (raise/lodge) one.
EXAMPLE
Ich möchte einen Einwand gegen die geplante Änderung vorbringen.
I would like to raise an objection to the planned change.
Correct preposition
When you want to say what an objection is directed against, use the preposition 'gegen' (against) followed by the accusative.
EXAMPLE
Die Opposition hatte zahlreiche Einwände gegen das neue Gesetz.
The opposition had numerous objections to the new law.
Compare with
Einwand vs Zustimmung
approval / consent
'die Zustimmung' and 'der Einwand' are opposites when it comes to a proposal or plan. With 'Zustimmung' (approval / consent), someone shows that they agree. An 'Einwand' is a counterargument or concern raised against something. An 'Einwand' is usually not as formal as an 'Einspruch' (formal objection), but fits well in meetings, conversations, or discussions. If no one sees a problem, there is 'Zustimmung'. If someone gives a reason against it, they raise an 'Einwand'.
Einwand
Beim Treffen hatte Mehmet einen wichtigen Einwand gegen den neuen Plan.
At the meeting, Mehmet had an important objection to the new plan.
Zustimmung
Im Büro bekommt der Gast die Zustimmung, den Raum im Sommer zu nutzen.
At the office, the guest gets approval to use the room in the summer.
In real life
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