angelegenheiten

Angelegenheiten is the plural form of Angelegenheit and means matters, affairs, or issues. It appears mainly in formal or bureaucratic contexts to refer to issues that require attention, decision, or handling. Common collocations include persönliche Angelegenheiten (personal matters), behördliche Angelegenheiten (official matters), and geschäftliche Angelegenheiten (business affairs).

Grammatically, Angelegenheit is feminine; the plural Angelegenheiten is used with the definite article die Angelegenheiten. The singular form Angelegenheit is used for a single matter, while the plural denotes several matters or a range of concerns. In many contexts, especially official writing, the plural can emphasize administrative or collective matters rather than a single item.

In English translations, Angelegenheiten is typically rendered as matters or affairs, depending on context. The term conveys a neutral, impersonal tone suitable for official documents, correspondence, and policy language. It is less common in everyday casual speech, where speakers may opt for more specific phrases or the singular Angelegenheit when referring to one issue.

Related terms include Angelegenheit (singular) and Anliegen, another noun connected with concerns or petitions. Usage varies by register, but Angelegenheiten remains a standard expression in administrative, legal, and formal writing to denote a set of matters that require consideration or action.