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nach meinem dafürhalten

in my estimation; in my considered opinion

adverb nakh MAI-nem da-FYUR-hal-ten Rare
Communication Expressions

Also means

as I see it; in my view

Usage Note

Nach meinem Dafürhalten is a formal, somewhat elevated expression of personal opinion — 'in my estimation' or 'in my considered view'. The noun Dafürhalten (literally 'holding for it') is rarely used outside this fixed phrase. It marks careful, reasoned opinion and suits formal speeches, legal submissions, and academic writing.

Examples

"Nach meinem Dafürhalten ist eine Überarbeitung des Gesetzes dringend geboten."

Natural Translation

In my estimation, a revision of the law is urgently required.

Literal Translation

According to my considered-view is a revision of the law urgently required.

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