der Erwachsene, -n
adults · adult
Eine Person, die nicht mehr Kind ist, volle Verantwortung trägt und selbstständig leben kann.
The German word "Erwachsene" is a noun meaning "adult" (plural or singular in some contexts). It comes from the verb "erwachsen", which means "to grow up" or "to mature" (without prefixes).
Similar words:
- "Volljährige" (of legal age)
- "Mündige" (mature, responsible)
- "Erwachsener" (singular form)
Difference:
- Erwachsene is the general term for grown-up persons.
- Volljährige emphasizes those who have reached the age of majority (legally adults).
- Mündige highlights maturity or responsibility, sometimes used in legal or formal contexts.
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Examples
Erwachsene wissen, was sie tun.noun
Adults know what they are doing.
Erwachsene sollten genug Schlaf bekommen.noun
Adults should get enough sleep.
Erwachsene müssen oft schwierige Entscheidungen treffen.noun
Adults often have to make difficult decisions.
Erwachsene zahlen einen höheren Eintrittspreis als Kinder.noun
Adults pay a higher admission price than children.
Erwachsene dürfen hier kostenlos teilnehmen.noun
Adults may participate here for free.
Erwachsene zahlen hier den vollen Preis.noun
Adults pay the full price here.
Jeder Erwachsene ist für seine Handlungen selbst verantwortlich.noun
Every adult is responsible for their own actions.
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