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chivalrous in German

chivalrous in German is ritterlich, ehrlich — chivalrous means showing old-fashioned courtesy and gallantry, especially in the way a man treats women.

chivalrous in German

ritterlich
adj
(of a man) Honourable, especially to women; gallant.
ehrlich
adj
(of a man) Honourable, especially to women; gallant.
ritterlich
adj
Involving chivalry.

What does "chivalrous" mean?

  1. adj Showing old-fashioned courtesy and gallantry, especially in the way a man treats women.
    "He held the door open and offered her his coat — a chivalrous gesture that made her smile."

chivalrous in a sentence

  • He held the door open and offered her his coat — a chivalrous gesture that made her smile.
  • The knight was praised as much for his chivalrous manners as for his skill in battle.

Common German translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "chivalrous" in German?

"chivalrous" in German is ritterlich, ehrlich. chivalrous means: Showing old-fashioned courtesy and gallantry, especially in the way a man treats women.

How do you use "chivalrous" in a sentence?

Example: "He held the door open and offered her his coat — a chivalrous gesture that made her smile." In German, "chivalrous" is ritterlich, ehrlich.

Are there other ways to say "chivalrous" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "chivalrous": ritterlich, ehrlich.

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