selbstbewusst
confident · confidently · self-confident
Eine Person mit diesem Charakterzug kennt ihren eigenen Wert, vertraut auf ihre Fähigkeiten und tritt sicher auf.
The German word "selbstbewusst" is an adjective meaning "self-confident" or "poised". It is made up of two parts:
- selbst: self
- bewusst: aware or conscious
Thus, "selbstbewusst" literally means "self-aware," indicating a positive, confident attitude.
Similar words include:
- selbstsicher (self-assured)
- zuversichtlich (confident)
- mutig (brave)
Difference:
- selbstbewusst emphasizes an inner confidence and awareness of oneself.
- selbstsicher focuses more on outward assurance.
- zuversichtlich is about optimism and trust in outcomes.
- mutig highlights courage more than self-awareness.
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Examples
Sie tritt sehr selbstbewusst auf.adverb
She appears very confident.
Er spricht selbstbewusst vor der Gruppe.adverb
He speaks confidently in front of the group.
Er tritt selbstbewusst auf.adverb
He comes across as confident.
Er ist sehr selbstbewusst in seiner Führungsposition.adjective
He is very self-confident in his leadership position.
Anna wirkt ganz selbstbewusst in der neuen Schule.adjective
Anna seems very self-confident in the new school.
Maria spricht sehr selbstbewusst vor der Klasse.adverb
Maria speaks very confidently in front of the class.
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