This is the 977th most frequent German word.
ansatz
"Ansatz" is a German word meaning an initial approach, assumption, or method for solving a problem, often used in mathematics, science, or philosophy.
used to describe an approach to solving a problem or task
Der Ansatz zur Lösung dieses mathematischen Problems ist sehr innovativ.
The approach to solving this mathematical problem is very innovative.
referring to the root or base of something, in this case hair
Am Ansatz des Haares erkennt man die natürliche Haarfarbe.
At the roots of the hair, one can see the natural hair color.
indicating someone's manner or method of tackling a task or challenge