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to consider as
To judge something in a particular way or have a particular opinion about it; to regard something as something or consider it to be something. Used mainly in formal or written language.
Der Vorstand erachtet die vorgeschlagenen Änderungen als notwendig.
The board considers the proposed changes necessary.
in someone's opinion
A fixed expression meaning "in someone's opinion" and derived from the noun 'das Erachten' (opinion/judgment).
Meines Erachtens ist dies die beste Lösung für das Problem.
In my opinion, this is the best solution to the problem.
'Erachten' (to consider) is an inseparable verb. The prefix 'er-' remains firmly attached to the verb stem 'achten' in all conjugated forms and sentence positions.
Er erachtete den Plan für zu riskant.
He considered the plan too risky.
This verb belongs to formal written language or very elevated spoken language. It is rarely used in normal everyday speech.
Die Kommission erachtet weitere Untersuchungen für notwendig.
The commission considers further investigations necessary.
'Erachten' (to consider) is typically used in two constructions: either with 'als' or with 'für', followed by an adjective or noun. The object being judged is in the accusative.
Wir erachten diese Maßnahme als sinnvoll.
We consider this measure sensible.
The expression 'meines Erachtens' (in my opinion) is a formal way to say 'meiner Meinung nach' (in my opinion). The word 'meines' is a genitive here. You can also use it with other possessive pronouns, e.g. 'Ihres Erachtens' (in your opinion / in their opinion, formal).
Meines Erachtens sollten wir den Vorschlag annehmen.
In my opinion, we should accept the proposal.
to be located / to decide
“befinden” and “erachten” can both mean assessing something as suitable or correct after an examination. “Befinden” places more emphasis on the established result of the examination, while “erachten” emphasizes the formal assessment. Both are possible in factual texts; “erachten” usually sounds more formal.
Der Ausschuss erachtete den Plan nach der Prüfung als geeignet.
After the examination, the committee deemed the plan suitable.
Der Ausschuss befand den Plan nach der Prüfung für geeignet.
After the examination, the committee deemed the plan suitable.
