Übereinstimmend mit dieser Position vertreten wir
In agreement with this position, we maintain
Literally: Concordantly with this position represent we
In 15 Seconds
- A very formal way to express agreement and professional stance.
- Common in legal, academic, and high-level business contexts.
- Shows you are aligned with a specific logical position.
Meaning
This is a sophisticated way to say you share a specific viewpoint and are sticking to it. It is like saying, 'We are on the same page, and here is our official stance.'
Key Examples
3 of 6In a formal business meeting about strategy
Übereinstimmend mit dieser Position vertreten wir die Strategie der Markterweiterung.
In agreement with this position, we maintain the strategy of market expansion.
Writing a formal academic paper
Übereinstimmend mit dieser Position vertreten wir die These, dass die Daten valide sind.
In agreement with this position, we maintain the thesis that the data are valid.
A humorous debate with a friend about coffee
Übereinstimmend mit dieser Position vertreten wir die Ansicht, dass Espresso lebensnotwendig ist.
In agreement with this position, we maintain the view that espresso is vital for life.
Cultural Background
In German business culture, 'Konsens' (consensus) is highly valued. This phrase is a linguistic tool to show that you are not acting alone but are in agreement with a larger group or strategy. Austrian formal language (Amtsdeutsch) can be even more elaborate. You might hear 'In vollkommener Übereinstimmung...' to add even more politeness and distance. Swiss High German in political contexts (like the Federal Council) uses this phrase to maintain the 'Konkordanzdemokratie' (concordance democracy), where all major parties govern together. In international diplomacy, this phrase is used to signal that a country is sticking to a previously agreed-upon treaty or 'Communiqué'.
The 'Dass' Clause
Always follow this phrase with a 'dass-Satz' to sound most natural. E.g., '...vertreten wir {die|f} Auffassung, dass...'
Don't Overuse
Using this more than once in a short speech makes you sound like a parody of a bureaucrat.
In 15 Seconds
- A very formal way to express agreement and professional stance.
- Common in legal, academic, and high-level business contexts.
- Shows you are aligned with a specific logical position.
What It Means
This phrase is a powerhouse of formal German. It signals that you have analyzed a situation. You have found a viewpoint you like. Now, you are aligning yourself with it. The word übereinstimmend comes from übereinstimmen, which means to harmonize or match. When you use vertreten here, you aren't 'representing' a company. You are 'holding' or 'advocating' for a specific belief. It sounds very official. It sounds very deliberate. It is the language of boardrooms and legal briefs.
How To Use It
Place this phrase at the start of your sentence. It acts as a logical bridge. You first mention a previous point or a colleague's opinion. Then, you drop this phrase to show solidarity. It usually requires a following clause or a noun. For example: Übereinstimmend mit dieser Position vertreten wir die Ansicht, dass... (In agreement with this position, we hold the view that...). It makes you sound incredibly prepared. It shows you aren't just guessing. You have a 'position' and you are 'maintaining' it. It is a verbal suit and tie.
When To Use It
Use this in professional emails. Use it during high-stakes negotiations. It is perfect for academic writing. If you are writing a formal complaint, this adds weight. It tells the reader you are serious. Use it when you want to sound authoritative. It works well in a meeting when you agree with the boss. It shows you are paying attention to the strategy. It is great for debates where logic is king.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this at a bar. Do not use it while texting your mom about dinner. If you say this to a waiter, they might think you are a lawyer. It is far too stiff for casual friendships. Avoid it in emotional heart-to-hearts. It sounds cold and detached. Using it in a casual setting makes you sound like a robot. Or a very confused politician. Keep it for the office or the lecture hall.
Cultural Background
German culture values 'Sachlichkeit'—objectivity and matter-of-factness. This phrase is the epitome of that value. It removes the 'I feel' and replaces it with 'We maintain.' It is about the strength of the argument, not the person. Historically, German academic and legal language is very dense. This phrase is a survivor of that tradition. It reflects a society that appreciates structured, logical consensus. It is about finding the 'richtige Position' (correct position) and standing by it.
Common Variations
You can swap wir for ich if you are alone. You can say In Übereinstimmung mit... for a similar vibe. If you want to be slightly less stiff, try Wir teilen diese Einschätzung. If you want to be even more legalistic, use Wir schließen uns dieser Auffassung an. Each variation moves the needle on the formality scale. But vertreten remains the gold standard for 'holding' a professional opinion.
Usage Notes
This is a C1-level expression. Use it when you need to demonstrate high-level linguistic competence in a professional or academic environment. It is strictly formal.
The 'Dass' Clause
Always follow this phrase with a 'dass-Satz' to sound most natural. E.g., '...vertreten wir {die|f} Auffassung, dass...'
Don't Overuse
Using this more than once in a short speech makes you sound like a parody of a bureaucrat.
The 'Wir' Factor
Even if it's just your opinion, using 'wir' makes it sound like you have a whole team or a logical system behind you.
Examples
6Übereinstimmend mit dieser Position vertreten wir die Strategie der Markterweiterung.
In agreement with this position, we maintain the strategy of market expansion.
This shows the team is unified behind a specific plan.
Übereinstimmend mit dieser Position vertreten wir die These, dass die Daten valide sind.
In agreement with this position, we maintain the thesis that the data are valid.
Used to align the author's findings with existing research.
Übereinstimmend mit dieser Position vertreten wir die Ansicht, dass Espresso lebensnotwendig ist.
In agreement with this position, we maintain the view that espresso is vital for life.
The extreme formality creates a funny, hyperbolic effect.
Übereinstimmend mit dieser Position vertreten wir den neuen Zeitplan.
In agreement with this position, we maintain the new schedule.
Even in a text, this remains very professional and clear.
Übereinstimmend mit dieser Position vertreten wir den Schutz der Privatsphäre.
In agreement with this position, we maintain the protection of privacy.
Used to show a deep commitment to a moral or ethical stance.
Übereinstimmend mit dieser Position vertreten wir die Einhaltung der Hausordnung.
In agreement with this position, we maintain compliance with the house rules.
Shows you are a cooperative but serious tenant.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct dative ending for the adjective.
Übereinstimmend mit dies___ Position vertreten wir {die|f} Meinung {des|m} Experten.
'Position' is feminine, and 'mit' requires the dative case. The feminine dative ending for 'dies-' is '-er'.
Which word best completes the formal phrase?
Übereinstimmend mit dieser Position _______ wir {die|f} Auffassung, dass...
'Vertreten' is the standard high-register verb used with 'Auffassung' or 'Position'.
Complete the formal response.
A: 'Unser Ziel ist {die|f} vollkommene Digitalisierung.' B: 'Übereinstimmend mit dieser Position _______ ___ {die|f} Einführung neuer Software.'
Due to the V2 rule, the verb must come before the subject 'wir' because the introductory phrase occupies Position 1.
Match the phrase to the correct context.
Where would you most likely hear: 'Übereinstimmend mit dieser Position vertreten wir...'?
The phrase is highly formal and institutional.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesÜbereinstimmend mit dies___ Position vertreten wir {die|f} Meinung {des|m} Experten.
'Position' is feminine, and 'mit' requires the dative case. The feminine dative ending for 'dies-' is '-er'.
Übereinstimmend mit dieser Position _______ wir {die|f} Auffassung, dass...
'Vertreten' is the standard high-register verb used with 'Auffassung' or 'Position'.
A: 'Unser Ziel ist {die|f} vollkommene Digitalisierung.' B: 'Übereinstimmend mit dieser Position _______ ___ {die|f} Einführung neuer Software.'
Due to the V2 rule, the verb must come before the subject 'wir' because the introductory phrase occupies Position 1.
Where would you most likely hear: 'Übereinstimmend mit dieser Position vertreten wir...'?
The phrase is highly formal and institutional.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsYes, but it's less common in the very formal register this phrase belongs to. 'Wir' sounds more institutional.
A 'Position' is usually more formal and strategic. A 'Meinung' can be personal and subjective.
Always the dative case. 'Mit dieser Position' (feminine dative).
Only if you are being sarcastic or joking about being formal.
'Im Gegensatz zu dieser Position vertreten wir...' (In contrast to this position...)
Yes, in the sense of representing an idea, a person, or a company.
Only in formal speeches, news broadcasts, or high-level business meetings.
Remember the 'ts' sound: po-zi-TSION.
No, 'übereinstimmend' always takes 'mit'.
Yes, very frequently to align a current ruling with previous ones.
Related Phrases
auf {dem|m} Standpunkt stehen
similarTo take the standpoint that...
{die|f} Meinung teilen
synonymTo share the opinion.
im Widerspruch stehen zu
contrastTo be in contradiction to.
konform gehen mit
similarTo go along with/be in line with.
