No. 1,859 in German
statement
A clear or formal expression of an idea, opinion, or fact.
In a sentence
Sein Statement zu diesem Thema war sehr überzeugend.
His statement on this topic was very convincing.
Here, 'Statement' is used to refer to someone's declarative opinion or standpoint on a given subject.
Das Statement des Sprechers wurde von der Presse breit kommentiert.
The speaker's statement was widely commented on by the press.
In this case, 'Statement' represents an official or formal declaration made publicly by an authority or representative.
Ihr modernes Design macht das Gebäude zu einem architektonischen Statement.
Its modern design makes the building an architectural statement.
Here, 'Statement' refers metaphorically to an expression or display of boldness or intention through architecture.
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