No. 1,075 in German
betrifft
"Concerns" or "relates to."
In a sentence
Was die aktuellen Ereignisse betrifft, ist Vorsicht geboten.
As far as the current events are concerned, caution is advised.
'betrifft' is used to introduce a topic or matter that the subsequent clause will address.
Der Artikel betrifft die wirtschaftlichen Probleme des Landes.
The article concerns the country's economic problems.
'betrifft' is used to indicate the subject matter or focus of the discussion or content.
Was mich betrifft, so bin ich mit der Entscheidung zufrieden.
As for me, I am satisfied with the decision.
'betrifft' is used in a reflexive construction to specify the speaker's personal relevance or perspective.
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