German Word · Intermediate
Anlass
cause, starting, motive, occasion
Pronunciation: [ˈʔanlas]
Meaning
cause, starting, motive, occasion
Example
Vielleicht ist die Aktion feindlich, aber ist sie der Anlass für einen Krieg?
Perhaps the action is hostile, but is it the occasion for war?
Practice tips
- Practice Anlass out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.