basierend auf
The English phrase 'based on' is translated into German as basierend auf.
Used to say that something is developed or decided using a particular set of facts or ideas.
Which one should you use?
The phrase auf der Grundlage von is a common alternative to basierend auf when expressing that something is based on a specific foundation or basis.
Did you know?
- While basierend auf is common now, traditional German grammarians long argued it was an 'Anglicism' and tried to ban its use in favor of auf der Grundlage von.
- If you are talking about a theory being based on a premise, German often uses the verb fußen auf, which literally means 'to have one's feet on'.
- The verb basieren comes from the French baser, showing how German adopted a Romance root to describe logical foundations.
Examples in context
- Die Entscheidung wurde auf der Grundlage von umfangreichen Untersuchungen getroffen.The decision was based on extensive investigations.
- Basierend auf den vorliegenden Daten…Based on the available data…
- Wir planen das Projekt basierend auf Ihren Wünschen.We are planning the project based on your wishes.
Example conversation
Laura and Lukas are discussing a new project plan.
- LauraWie hast du diesen Plan erstellt, Lukas?How did you create this plan, Lukas?
- LukasIch habe ihn basierend auf dem Budget erstellt.I created it based on the budget.
- LauraDas klingt sehr vernünftig.That sounds very reasonable.
- LukasDanke, Laura, ich hoffe, es funktioniert.Thanks, Laura, I hope it works.
