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vernünftig

ésszerű

Es beschreibt eine Person oder Handlung, die logisch, klug und bedacht ist und nicht unüberlegt handelt.

The German word "vernünftig" is an adjective meaning "sensible," "reasonable," or "rational." It comes from the noun "Vernunft," which means "reason" or "rationality."

Similar words:

  • sinnvoll (meaningful, sensible)
  • verständig (wise, sensible)
  • logisch (logical)

Differences:

  • vernünftig emphasizes acting based on reason or sound judgment.
  • sinnvoll highlights something being meaningful or practical.
  • verständig often has a connotation of wisdom and prudence.
  • logisch relates more strictly to logic and coherence in thinking.

In summary, vernünftig focuses on sensible and reasonable behavior guided by rationality.

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Examples

Er trifft immer eine vernünftige Entscheidung.adjective

Mindig ésszerű döntést hoz.

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