noun
der Nachteil, -e
disadvantage
Etwas, das eine Situation schlechter macht oder eine Person benachteiligt.
The German word "Nachteil" is a compound noun made up of:
- Nach — meaning "after" or "following"
- Teil — meaning "part" or "portion"
Together, Nachteil means "disadvantage" or "drawback", referring to a negative aspect or unfavorable condition.
Similar words include:
- Minus (minus, drawback)
- Hindernis (obstacle)
- Schaden (damage, harm)
Difference:
- Nachteil focuses on a disadvantage relative to a positive context.
- Hindernis refers more to a physical or metaphorical barrier or obstacle.
- Schaden emphasizes actual harm or damage rather than just a less favorable position.
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Examples
Es gibt einen Nachteil an diesem Plan.noun
There is a disadvantage to this plan.
Der Nachteil wird oft übersehen.noun
The disadvantage is often overlooked.
Jeder Vorteil hat auch seinen Nachteil.noun
Every advantage also has its disadvantage.
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