Hintergrund
background
A masculine noun (der Hintergrund) meaning 'background', used both literally (visual) and figuratively (context/reason).
| Article | Plural | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| der Hintergrund | die Hintergrunde | /ˈhɪntɐɡʁʊnt/ |
Example Sentences
Vor diesem Hintergrund ist die Entscheidung verständlich.
Against this background the decision is understandable.
Was ist der Hintergrund dieser Änderung?
What is the background of this change?
Im Hintergrund lief leise Musik.
Soft music was playing in the background.
Compound Words
Hintergrundwissen (das) — background knowledge
Common Mistakes
Wrong article: 'die Hintergrund'
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