Example: Seine Analyse trifft den Kern der Sache genau und überzeugend.
Definition
"Den Kern der Sache treffen" means to accurately identify or address the most important or central aspect of a matter, often by understanding the essential point or truth behind a situation or argument.
Translations
get to the heart of the matter
ir al fondo del asunto
de kern van de zaak raken
anar al fons de la qüestió
aller au fond des choses
Etymology
The phrase "den Kern der Sache treffen" originates from German, where "Kern" means 'core' or 'nucleus,' and "Sache" means 'matter' or 'thing.' It literally translates to 'hit the core of the matter,' illustrating the idea of pinpointing the essential part of an issue.
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get to the heart of the matter