Meaning 1neutral; reporting · 82%
An unusual or unwanted event that calls for attention or a response.
Natural examples
Der Vorfall wurde sofort der Polizei gemeldet.
The incident was reported to police immediately.
Während der Veranstaltung gab es keinen Vorfall.
There was no incident during the event.
Die Firma untersuchte den Vorfall im Lager.
The company investigated the incident in the warehouse.
Usage note
Vorfall is masculine; its plural is Vorfälle. It is common in reports and sounds more neutral than Streit or Ärger.
Mini-lesson: Vorfall
An unusual or unwanted event that calls for attention or a response. Vorfall is masculine; its plural is Vorfälle. It is common in reports and sounds more neutral than Streit or Ärger.
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