die Vernunft, ¨-e
reason
Die Fähigkeit eines Menschen, logisch zu denken und kluge Entscheidungen zu treffen, anstatt nur nach Gefühlen zu handeln.
The German word "Vernunft" is a noun meaning "reason" or "rationality". It stems from the verb vernehmen (to perceive, understand), but focused on the capacity for logical thinking and judgment.
Words it is made of:
- Vernunft itself is not a compound but related to verstehen (to understand).
Similar words:
- Verstand (understanding, intellect)
- Ratio (rationality - more formal, often philosophical)
- Klugheit (wisdom, cleverness)
Differences:
- Vernunft emphasizes the faculty of reason, moral judgment, and rational decision-making.
- Verstand is broader, referring mainly to intellectual capacity or understanding.
- Klugheit implies practical wisdom or cleverness, often more experiential than abstract reasoning.
- Ratio is more formal and technical, often used in philosophical contexts.
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Examples
Er handelt aus Vernunft.noun
He acts out of reason.
Die Vernunft spielt eine wichtige Rolle bei Entscheidungen.noun
Reason plays an important role in decisions.
Manchmal fehlt in Diskussionen die Vernunft.noun
Sometimes reason is missing in discussions.
Können wir das Problem mit Vernunft lösen?noun
Can we solve the problem with reason?
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