Meaning 1polite; often formal · 82%
A wish or request presented to another person for consideration or fulfillment.
Natural examples
Mein Anliegen ist ein späterer Termin.
My request is for a later appointment.
Darf ich Ihnen mein Anliegen kurz schildern?
May I briefly explain my request to you?
Die Mitarbeiterin leitet mein Anliegen an die zuständige Stelle weiter.
The employee forwards my request to the responsible department.
Usage note
Use ein Anliegen haben or schildern, often politely or formally. It is das Anliegen, plural Anliegen, genitive des Anliegens.
Mini-lesson: Anliegen
A wish or request presented to another person for consideration or fulfillment. Use ein Anliegen haben or schildern, often politely or formally. It is das Anliegen, plural Anliegen, genitive des Anliegens.
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