affectation in German
affectation in German is Geschraubtheit, Affektiertheit — affectation means behavior intended to seem natural when it is not; a false or artificial display.
affectation in German
Geschraubtheit
An attempt to assume or exhibit what is not natural or real; false display; artificial show. [from 1548]
Affektiertheit
An attempt to assume or exhibit what is not natural or real; false display; artificial show. [from 1548]
What does "affectation" mean?
- noun Behavior intended to seem natural when it is not; a false or artificial display.
- noun An odd or unusual habit in the way someone behaves.
- noun A showy, exaggerated liking for something.
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What is "affectation" in German?
"affectation" in German is Geschraubtheit, Affektiertheit. affectation means: Behavior intended to seem natural when it is not; a false or artificial display.
Are there other ways to say "affectation" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "affectation": Geschraubtheit, Affektiertheit.
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