unangemessen
inappropriate · unreasonable
Nicht passend für eine Situation oder nicht höflich genug.
The German word "unangemessen" is an adjective meaning "inappropriate" or "improper".
- It is made up of the prefix "un-" (meaning "not") and the word "angemessen".
- "Angemessen" comes from the verb "angenießen" (to suit) and means "appropriate", "adequate", or "suitable".
Similar words:
- "unpassend" (unsuitable)
- "nicht geeignet" (not suitable)
- "fehl am Platz" (out of place)
Differences:
- "unangemessen" often carries a stronger connotation regarding social norms or expectations.
- "unpassend" tends to be a bit more neutral and can refer to practical unsuitability.
- "fehl am Platz" emphasizes something being out of context or environment.
In summary, "unangemessen" highlights something as not fitting normative or expected standards.
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Examples
Dein Verhalten ist manchmal unangemessen.adjective
Your behavior is sometimes inappropriate.
Seine unangemessene Bemerkung verletzte alle Gäste.adjective
His inappropriate remark hurt all the guests.
Die unangemessene Kleidung fiel sofort auf.adjective
The inappropriate clothing stood out immediately.
Die Lautstärke war völlig unangemessen laut eingestellt.adjective
The volume was set to an entirely inappropriate level of loudness.
Für ein einfaches Zimmer ist dieser Preis unangemessen.adjective
For a basic room, this price is unreasonable.
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