Aufbauend auf den Arbeiten von Hoffmann wird hier

Think of this as a template for a sophisticated sentence. You start with Aufbauend auf, followed by the source or person you are citing. The second part, wird hier, acts as the transition to your own point. You usually need to finish the sentence with an action, like wird hier analysiert (is analyzed here) or wird hier deutlich (becomes clear here). It sounds very polished and structured.

This is your go-to phrase for university papers or formal presentations. Use it when you want to impress a boss or a professor. It works beautifully in business reports where you are referencing a previous strategy. It is also great for deep, intellectual debates with friends who enjoy philosophy or science. It makes you sound like a serious scholar.

Do not use this at the supermarket or a loud bar. If you say, 'Building on the work of the baker, I will now eat this roll,' people will look at you weirdly. It is far too heavy for casual, everyday small talk. Avoid it in quick text messages unless you are being intentionally sarcastic or funny. It is a 'suit and tie' kind of phrase.

Germans have a deep cultural respect for 'Gründlichkeit' (thoroughness) and 'Wissenschaftlichkeit' (scientific rigor). In Germany, citing your sources isn't just a rule; it's a sign of character. This phrase reflects the value placed on tradition and the slow, careful building of knowledge. It shows you are part of a larger, respectful intellectual community.

If Aufbauend auf feels too heavy, you can try Anknüpfend an (following on from). Another popular choice is Basierend auf (based on). If you want to sound even more formal, use In Anlehnung an (in the style of). Each one shifts the flavor slightly, but they all serve to give credit where credit is due.