Unter Vernachlässigung relevanter Kontextfaktoren
Neglecting relevant contextual factors
Literalmente: Under neglect (of) relevant context factors
Use this to professionally point out that a statement is too simple because it ignores the surrounding circumstances.
Em 15 segundos
- Used to highlight that important details are being ignored.
- Essential for C1-level academic writing and professional debates.
- Sounds highly intellectual, objective, and typically German.
Significado
This phrase is a sophisticated way to say that someone is ignoring the 'big picture' or the specific circumstances that actually matter in a situation.
Exemplos-chave
3 de 6In a business meeting about sales drops
Die Zahlen stiegen, aber nur unter Vernachlässigung relevanter Kontextfaktoren wie der Inflation.
The numbers rose, but only by neglecting relevant contextual factors like inflation.
Writing a university essay about history
Man kann dieses Ereignis nicht unter Vernachlässigung relevanter Kontextfaktoren beurteilen.
One cannot judge this event while neglecting relevant contextual factors.
Texting a friend sarcastically about a bad decision
Klar, dein Plan ist super – unter Vernachlässigung relevanter Kontextfaktoren wie deinem leeren Konto.
Sure, your plan is great – neglecting relevant contextual factors like your empty bank account.
Contexto cultural
This expression is a prime example of 'Nominalstil' (nominal style), which is highly valued in German academia and bureaucracy. It reflects the cultural priority of 'Sachlichkeit' (objectivity), where the focus is on the facts rather than the person speaking. It became a staple in social sciences and legal German during the 20th century.
The Genitive Trap
Always remember that 'Vernachlässigung' triggers the genitive. It's 'relevanter Kontextfaktoren' (plural genitive), not 'relevante Kontextfaktoren'.
Don't Overuse It
This phrase is like a strong spice. Use it once in an essay or speech to sound brilliant. Use it three times and you'll sound like a robot from the 19th century.
Em 15 segundos
- Used to highlight that important details are being ignored.
- Essential for C1-level academic writing and professional debates.
- Sounds highly intellectual, objective, and typically German.
What It Means
Imagine you are explaining why a plant died. You say, 'It just stopped growing.' But you forget the heatwave and the lack of water. That is exactly what this phrase describes. You are looking at a result while ignoring the environment. It is like looking at a photo but cropping out the background. You see the person, but not the tiger behind them. It points out a logical flaw where someone is being too simple.
How To Use It
This phrase is a heavy-hitter in German grammar. It usually sits at the start of a sentence. Or it follows a comma to explain a flaw in logic. You need to follow it with the genitive case. That means relevanter Kontextfaktoren stays in that specific plural form. Use it when you want to sound objective. It makes your criticism feel like a scientific observation. It is a very 'grown-up' way to say 'you're missing the point.'
When To Use It
This is perfect for your C1 exam. It shows you can handle complex, abstract structures. Use it in a business meeting to gently tell a colleague they are wrong. 'Your plan is great, but it works only unter Vernachlässigung relevanter Kontextfaktoren.' It sounds much nicer than saying 'You are being stupid.' It is also great for academic essays or news reports. It adds a layer of intellectual authority to your speech.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this while ordering a Döner. The guy behind the counter will just stare at you. It is too 'stiff' for casual friendships. If you use it while texting your mom about dinner, she might think you’ve been replaced by a robot. Keep it for moments where precision and 'Gravitas' are required. Avoid it in emotional heart-to-hearts unless you want to sound cold.
Cultural Background
Germans have a reputation for being direct and thorough. We call this 'Gründlichkeit.' This phrase is the linguistic embodiment of that. It comes from 'Beamtendeutsch,' the language of officials. It is designed to be precise and leave no room for emotion. Using it today often signals that you are thinking deeply. It is a very 'German' way to argue. It shows you value the complexity of reality.
Common Variations
You might hear Ohne Berücksichtigung des Umfelds. Or perhaps Abstrahiert von den Gegebenheiten. Both mean roughly the same thing. But our phrase is the most 'official' sounding one. It is the gold standard for high-level debates. You can also say Kontextfaktoren ignorierend if you want to be slightly more modern. However, the original version carries the most weight in a professional setting.
Notas de uso
This is a high-register expression. Use it primarily in written German (essays, reports) or formal oral contexts (presentations, debates). Be careful with the genitive plural endings.
The Genitive Trap
Always remember that 'Vernachlässigung' triggers the genitive. It's 'relevanter Kontextfaktoren' (plural genitive), not 'relevante Kontextfaktoren'.
Don't Overuse It
This phrase is like a strong spice. Use it once in an essay or speech to sound brilliant. Use it three times and you'll sound like a robot from the 19th century.
The 'Beamte' Secret
Using this phrase makes you sound like a high-ranking German official. It’s a great way to get people to take your complaints more seriously in a formal setting.
Exemplos
6Die Zahlen stiegen, aber nur unter Vernachlässigung relevanter Kontextfaktoren wie der Inflation.
The numbers rose, but only by neglecting relevant contextual factors like inflation.
This points out that the success isn't as good as it looks.
Man kann dieses Ereignis nicht unter Vernachlässigung relevanter Kontextfaktoren beurteilen.
One cannot judge this event while neglecting relevant contextual factors.
A classic academic sentence structure.
Klar, dein Plan ist super – unter Vernachlässigung relevanter Kontextfaktoren wie deinem leeren Konto.
Sure, your plan is great – neglecting relevant contextual factors like your empty bank account.
Using a very formal phrase for a personal burn.
Das Gesetz wurde unter Vernachlässigung relevanter Kontextfaktoren verabschiedet.
The law was passed while neglecting relevant contextual factors.
Criticizing the government's lack of foresight.
Du kritisierst mich gerade unter Vernachlässigung relevanter Kontextfaktoren meiner Arbeitssituation.
You are criticizing me right now while neglecting relevant contextual factors of my work situation.
A very clinical way to handle an argument.
Das Experiment gelang nur unter Vernachlässigung relevanter Kontextfaktoren im Labor.
The experiment succeeded only by neglecting relevant contextual factors in the lab.
Suggests the result might not work in the real world.
Teste-se
Complete the sentence to critique a simplified argument.
Ihre Theorie funktioniert nur ___ relevanter Kontextfaktoren.
The phrase 'unter Vernachlässigung' is the standard way to express that something only works if you ignore the context.
Choose the correct ending for the phrase.
Man darf die Entscheidung nicht unter Vernachlässigung relevanter ___ treffen.
The phrase requires the plural genitive form 'Kontextfaktoren' to be grammatically correct.
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Recursos visuais
Formality Scale of 'Unter Vernachlässigung...'
Talking to friends at a bar.
Du vergisst da was!
Standard daily communication.
Du beachtest den Kontext nicht.
Business meetings or emails.
Der Kontext wurde nicht ausreichend berücksichtigt.
Academic papers or legal texts.
Unter Vernachlässigung relevanter Kontextfaktoren...
Where to use this expression
University Thesis
Critiquing a previous study's methodology.
Corporate Boardroom
Explaining why a strategy is too risky.
Political Talk Show
Debating complex social issues.
Sarcastic Texting
Teasing a friend about a 'simple' solution.
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasIt means you are ignoring the situation around a fact. For example, saying 'It's cheap' while ignoring that it's broken is unter Vernachlässigung relevanter Kontextfaktoren.
Rarely. It is mostly found in writing or very formal speeches. If you use it with friends, it's usually for a joke or to sound intentionally 'posh'.
Yes! It is a 'show-off' phrase. Examiners love it because it demonstrates a high level of vocabulary and grammar control.
It is plural genitive. The ending -er on relevanter and -en on Kontextfaktoren is the key to sounding correct.
Yes, you could say ohne den Kontext zu beachten. It means the same but sounds much more casual.
Usually, yes. It implies that a conclusion is flawed or incomplete because something important was left out.
Not really. You use it for arguments, theories, or analyses. You wouldn't say a person is unter Vernachlässigung... unless you are talking about their logic.
It's any detail that influences a situation. For a picnic, 'Kontextfaktoren' would be the weather, the location, and if you remembered the forks.
In German, 'unter' can mean 'under the condition of'. So you are making a statement 'under the condition' that you ignore the context.
It can. If you use it to shut someone down in a casual chat, you might come across as a 'Besserwisser' (know-it-all).
Frases relacionadas
Den Kontext außer Acht lassen
To disregard the context
In Anbetracht der Umstände
Considering the circumstances
Ganzheitliche Betrachtung
Holistic view/approach
Aus dem Zusammenhang gerissen
Taken out of context
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