Unbegründet erscheint die Annahme, dass sämtliche
Unfounded appears the assumption that all
직역: Unfounded appears the assumption that all
15초 만에
- A high-level way to debunk broad generalizations and stereotypes.
- Best suited for academic writing, formal reports, or serious debates.
- Uses 'sämtliche' to emphasize that 'every single one' is meant.
뜻
This phrase is a sophisticated way to say 'It is wrong to assume that every single one of...' It is used to challenge a broad generalization in a very polite, intellectual way.
주요 예문
3 / 6In a university seminar
Unbegründet erscheint die Annahme, dass sämtliche Quellen dieser Zeit unzuverlässig sind.
The assumption that all sources from this period are unreliable appears unfounded.
In a business meeting about market trends
Unbegründet erscheint die Annahme, dass sämtliche Kunden nur auf den Preis achten.
The assumption that all customers only care about the price appears unfounded.
Writing a formal letter to a landlord
Unbegründet erscheint die Annahme, dass sämtliche Mieter mit der Mieterhöhung einverstanden sind.
The assumption that all tenants agree with the rent increase appears unfounded.
문화적 배경
In German universities, 'Präzision' (precision) is valued above all. Using 'sämtliche' instead of 'alle' shows that you are considering the group as a collection of individuals, making your critique more precise. German law is based on written codes and logical deduction. The phrase 'unbegründet erscheint' is a standard way for judges to dismiss an argument without being emotional. While Swiss Germans are often more indirect than Northern Germans, in high-level business meetings, they still use these formal structures to maintain a 'professionelle Distanz'. Austrian German often uses even more 'Höflichkeitsfloskeln' (politeness phrases). They might add 'Es darf wohl gesagt werden, dass...' before the phrase.
The 'Dass' Trap
Always ensure your 'dass'-clause has the verb at the very end. '...dass sämtliche Teilnehmer anwesend SIND.'
Register Check
Never use this with friends while drinking beer. You will be mocked for sounding like a 19th-century philosopher.
15초 만에
- A high-level way to debunk broad generalizations and stereotypes.
- Best suited for academic writing, formal reports, or serious debates.
- Uses 'sämtliche' to emphasize that 'every single one' is meant.
What It Means
This phrase is the ultimate 'actually' for intellectuals. It is a high-level way to debunk a stereotype or a broad claim. When you use it, you are saying that a specific belief is not based on facts. You are specifically targeting the idea that *everyone* or *everything* in a group behaves a certain way. It is precise, elegant, and very German in its directness.
How To Use It
You start your sentence with this phrase. Then you add a plural noun and a verb. For example: Unbegründet erscheint die Annahme, dass sämtliche Studenten faul sind. (The assumption that all students are lazy appears unfounded.) It sounds like you are writing a thesis or a serious newspaper article. It is a great tool for debates where you want to sound objective rather than aggressive.
When To Use It
Use this in professional or academic settings. It is perfect for university essays or business reports. You can also use it in a formal meeting to gently correct a colleague. It makes you sound like you have thought deeply about the evidence. If you want to impress a German professor, this is your golden ticket.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this at a party or while buying bread. If you say this to your friend at a bar, they will think you have swallowed a dictionary. It is far too stiff for casual conversation. Avoid it in quick texts unless you are being intentionally dramatic or ironic. Also, do not use it if you only mean 'some' people—this phrase specifically attacks the 'all' part of a claim.
Cultural Background
Germans value 'Bildungssprache' (educated language). Using complex structures like this shows you are well-educated. The word sämtliche is a more formal and exhaustive version of alle. It implies you have checked every single corner for evidence. This phrase reflects the German cultural preference for precision and evidence-based arguments over emotional ones.
Common Variations
You might hear Es ist falsch anzunehmen, dass... which is simpler. Or Es greift zu kurz zu behaupten, dass... (It falls short to claim that...). If you want to be even more aggressive, you could say Es ist schlichtweg falsch... (It is simply wrong...). But Unbegründet erscheint... remains the most elegant way to disagree.
사용 참고사항
This is a high-register, academic expression. It is almost exclusively used in formal writing or structured debates to challenge generalizations elegantly.
The 'Dass' Trap
Always ensure your 'dass'-clause has the verb at the very end. '...dass sämtliche Teilnehmer anwesend SIND.'
Register Check
Never use this with friends while drinking beer. You will be mocked for sounding like a 19th-century philosopher.
Diplomatic Dissent
In German meetings, this phrase is a 'soft' way to say 'No'. It attacks the idea, not the person.
예시
6Unbegründet erscheint die Annahme, dass sämtliche Quellen dieser Zeit unzuverlässig sind.
The assumption that all sources from this period are unreliable appears unfounded.
A classic academic use to challenge a historical generalization.
Unbegründet erscheint die Annahme, dass sämtliche Kunden nur auf den Preis achten.
The assumption that all customers only care about the price appears unfounded.
Used here to suggest that quality or service also matter to clients.
Unbegründet erscheint die Annahme, dass sämtliche Mieter mit der Mieterhöhung einverstanden sind.
The assumption that all tenants agree with the rent increase appears unfounded.
A very formal way to voice collective disagreement.
Unbegründet erscheint die Annahme, dass sämtliche Socken auf den Boden gehören!
Unfounded appears the assumption that all socks belong on the floor!
Using high-level language for a trivial topic creates a humorous effect.
Unbegründet erscheint die Annahme, dass sämtliche IT-Experten introvertiert sind.
The assumption that all IT experts are introverted appears unfounded.
A polite way to challenge a common cliché.
Unbegründet erscheint die Annahme, dass sämtliche Maßnahmen wirkungslos geblieben sind.
The assumption that all measures have remained ineffective appears unfounded.
Defending a policy by pointing out specific successes.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the missing words to complete the formal refutation.
__________ erscheint die __________, dass sämtliche Proben kontaminiert sind.
This is the standard high-level collocation for this expression.
Which sentence is the most appropriate for an academic essay?
You want to say that not all data points are relevant.
Option B uses the correct register and sophisticated vocabulary ('von Relevanz').
Match the formal phrase with its informal equivalent.
Match the following:
This helps bridge the gap between high-level academic German and everyday speech.
Complete the dialogue in a professional manner.
Chef: 'Alle Kunden sind mit dem neuen Design zufrieden.' Du: '__________'
This response is diplomatic and professional, perfect for a C1 speaker.
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시각 학습 자료
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제__________ erscheint die __________, dass sämtliche Proben kontaminiert sind.
This is the standard high-level collocation for this expression.
You want to say that not all data points are relevant.
Option B uses the correct register and sophisticated vocabulary ('von Relevanz').
왼쪽의 각 항목을 오른쪽의 짝과 연결하세요:
This helps bridge the gap between high-level academic German and everyday speech.
Chef: 'Alle Kunden sind mit dem neuen Design zufrieden.' Du: '__________'
This response is diplomatic and professional, perfect for a C1 speaker.
🎉 점수: /4
자주 묻는 질문
4 질문Yes, but it lowers the register. For a C1 level exam or a formal paper, 'sämtliche' is much better.
No, you can say 'Die Annahme erscheint unbegründet', but the inversion is what makes it a powerful rhetorical tool.
It adds a layer of 'subjective objectivity'. It means 'based on the evidence I see, it looks unfounded.'
Only in very formal settings like speeches, debates, or academic presentations.
관련 표현
Es ist fragwürdig, ob...
similarIt is questionable whether...
Es entbehrt jeder Grundlage
synonymIt lacks any basis.
Pauschalisierungen vermeiden
builds onTo avoid overgeneralizations.
Im Gegenteil
contrastOn the contrary.
