mutig
brave
Jemand, der trotz Angst oder Gefahr handelt und etwas Schwieriges wagt.
The German word "mutig" is an adjective meaning "brave" or "courageous". It comes from the noun "Mut", which means "courage" or "boldness".
Similar words:
- tapfer (valiant, brave)
- furchtlos (fearless)
- kühn (daring, bold)
Differences:
- Mutig emphasizes general bravery and willingness to face danger.
- Tapfer often refers specifically to bravery in difficult or painful situations, like battle.
- Furchtlos suggests a lack of fear entirely.
- Kühn indicates boldness, often with a sense of taking risks or being audacious.
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Examples
Du bist sehr mutig.adjective
You are very brave.
Das mutige Kind klettert auf den Baum.adjective
The brave child climbs the tree.
Das Kind ist mutig genug, alleine zu spielen.adjective
The child is brave enough to play alone.
Sie agiert sehr mutig in schwierigen Situationen.adjective
She acts very bravely in difficult situations.
Der Junge war heute richtig mutig.adjective
The boy was really brave today.
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