C1AbstractNoun
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Missstand

grievance

Plural: die Missstände/ˈmɪsʃtant/

A masculine noun (der Missstand) meaning 'grievance', deplorable condition.

ArticlePluralPronunciation
der Missstanddie Missstände/ˈmɪsʃtant/

Example Sentences

Missstände aufdecken.

To uncover abuses.

Die Missstände im Gesundheitswesen.

Grievances in healthcare.

Gegen Missstände vorgehen.

To act against abuses.

Compound Words

Missbrauch (der) — abuse (related)

Common Mistakes

Wrong: 'Mißstand'

Correct: 'Missstand' (new spelling)

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