versöhnlich
conciliatory
So, dass man Streit beenden und wieder freundlich miteinander sein will.
The German word "versöhnlich" is an adjective meaning "conciliatory" or "reconciliatory".
- It is derived from the verb "versöhnen", which means "to reconcile" or "to make peace".
- The suffix "-lich" turns the verb into an adjective, indicating a characteristic or quality.
Similar words:
- "friedlich" (peaceful)
- "verträglich" (agreeable)
- "versöhnungsvoll" (full of reconciliation)
Differences:
- "versöhnlich" specifically describes an attitude or behavior aimed at reconciliation or reducing conflict.
- "friedlich" is broader, describing a peaceful state or environment.
- "verträglich" often refers to compatibility or being agreeable, not necessarily active efforts to reconcile.
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Examples
Nach dem Streit zeigte sie endlich ein versöhnliches Lächeln.adjective
After the argument, she finally showed a conciliatory smile.
Ihre versöhnliche Haltung half der Gruppe, den Konflikt zu lösen.adjective
Her conciliatory attitude helped the group resolve the conflict.
Obwohl der Streit heftig war, fanden sie am Ende glücklicherweise eine versöhnliche Lösung.adjective
Although the argument was heated, they fortunately found a conciliatory solution in the end.
Könntest du nach unserer gestrigen Diskussion nicht eine versöhnlichere Einstellung zeigen?adjective
After our discussion yesterday, couldn't you show a more conciliatory attitude?
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