eigenständig
independently · independent
Wenn eine Person oder eine Sache etwas ohne die Hilfe von anderen macht und dabei frei entscheidet.
The German word "eigenständig" is an adjective that means "independent" or "self-sufficient." It is made up of "eigen" (own or self) and "ständig" (constant or permanent). Therefore, "eigenständig" refers to something or someone able to function on its own without external help.
Similar words in German include "unabhängig" (independent), "selbstständig" (self-reliant), and "autonom" (autonomous).
Differences:
- Unabhängig: Primarily means "independent" in a more general context; it can refer to nations, people's opinions, or states of being not under control.
- Selbstständig: Often emphasizes self-reliance and the ability to manage one’s affairs or run a business on one’s own.
- Autonom: Stresses the aspect of self-governance, often used in political contexts to describe regions or entities with self-rule.
While "selbstständig" and "eigenständig" can sometimes be used interchangeably, "eigenständig" often conveys a bit more of the notion of uniqueness or inherent capacity to manage without assistance.
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Examples
Sie arbeitet eigenständig an dem Projekt.adverb
She is working independently on the project.
Das Kind löst die Aufgaben eigenständig.adverb
The child solves the tasks independently.
Das Kind ist schon sehr eigenständig.adjective
The child is already very independent.
Er arbeitet eigenständig an dem Projekt.adverb
He works independently on the project.
Viele Menschen möchten eigenständig leben.adverb
Many people want to live independently.
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