tolerant
tolerant
Jemand akzeptiert andere Meinungen, Verhaltensweisen oder Gewohnheiten, auch wenn sie anders sind als die eigenen.
The German word "tolerant" is an adjective meaning "tolerant" or "open-minded." It describes someone who is accepting of different opinions, behaviors, or lifestyles without undue prejudice.
- Root word: "tolerant" derives directly from the Latin tolerans, related to endurance or tolerance.
Similar German words:
- duldsam (patient, enduring)
- nachsichtig (forgiving, lenient)
- aufgeschlossen (open-minded)
Differences:
- tolerant focuses on acceptance and respect toward differences.
- duldsam emphasizes endurance or putting up with something difficult.
- nachsichtig highlights forgiveness or leniency, sometimes implying looking past faults.
- aufgeschlossen stresses being open and receptive, often to new ideas.
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Examples
Sie sind sehr tolerant gegenüber neuen Ideen.adjective
They are very tolerant of new ideas.
Viele Menschen sind tolerant gegenüber neuen Ideen.adjective
Many people are tolerant of new ideas.
Viele Menschen bleiben tolerant, auch wenn sie unterschiedliche Meinungen hören.adjective
Many people remain tolerant, even when they hear different opinions.
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