predisposition / talent / assessment
die Veranlagung, die Veranlagungen
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predisposition
An innate or natural tendency, trait, or susceptibility to something, often genetically determined.
Er hat eine genetische Veranlagung für hohen Blutdruck.
He has a genetic predisposition to high blood pressure.
talent
A natural aptitude or talent for a particular activity or field.
Sie zeigte schon früh eine künstlerische Veranlagung.
She showed artistic talent from an early age.
tax assessment
The official determination of the taxes to be paid by the tax office.
Nach der Veranlagung durch das Finanzamt musste er eine hohe Steuernachzahlung leisten.
After the tax assessment by the tax office, he had to make a large additional tax payment.
| gender | feminine die |
|---|---|
| plural | die Veranlagungen |
| genitive | der Veranlagung |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | die Veranlagung | die Veranlagungen |
| accusative | die Veranlagung | die Veranlagungen |
| dative | der Veranlagung | den Veranlagungen |
| genitive | der Veranlagung | der Veranlagungen |
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'Veranlagung' is a noun derived from the verb 'veranlagen' (to assess for tax purposes; to invest). The ending '-ung' here signals a state, a characteristic, or a process.
Seine gute Veranlagung hilft ihm, schnell Muskeln aufzubauen.
His good predisposition helps him build muscle quickly.
In the meanings 'Neigung' (tendency) and 'Talent' (talent), 'Veranlagung' is almost always used with the preposition 'zu' (+ dative) or, less commonly, 'für' (+ accusative). This pattern helps you form the sentence correctly.
Sie hat eine Veranlagung zu Migräne.
She has a predisposition to migraines.
The meaning 'Steuerfestsetzung' (tax assessment) is very specific and is used only in financial and tax contexts. If you see words like 'Finanzamt' (tax office), 'Steuer' (tax), or 'Einkommen' (income), this meaning is always intended.
Die jährliche Veranlagung der Einkommensteuer steht wieder an.
The annual income tax assessment is coming up again.
In a medical or biological context, people often speak of a 'genetische Veranlagung' (genetic predisposition) or 'erbliche Veranlagung' (hereditary predisposition).
Leider liegt in meiner Familie eine erbliche Veranlagung für diese Krankheit vor.
Unfortunately, there is a hereditary predisposition to this disease in my family.
When it is about talent, 'Veranlagung' is often combined with adjectives such as 'künstlerisch' (artistic), 'musikalisch' (musical), or 'sportlich' (athletic).
Schon als Kind zeigte sich seine sportliche Veranlagung.
Even as a child, his athletic talent was evident.
facility / attachment / investment
Die Anlage and die Veranlagung can both refer to an innate personal trait or tendency. Anlage usually sounds more neutral and can mean potential that can be developed, while Veranlagung points more strongly to a lasting tendency or susceptibility. Anlage is suitable for talent or general potential; Veranlagung is more appropriate for a fixed tendency.
Paul hat eine Veranlagung zu Allergien, auf die seine Ärztin ihn hingewiesen hat.
Paul has a predisposition to allergies, which his doctor pointed out to him.
Paul hat eine Anlage zur Musik, die er durch Unterricht weiterentwickeln kann.
Paul has an aptitude for music that he can develop through lessons.
