common sense in German
common sense in German is gesunder Menschenverstand, Common Sense — common sense means sound practical judgement about everyday matters, of the kind most people are expected to have without special training.
common sense in German
gesunder Menschenverstand
Ordinary sensible understanding; one's basic intelligence which allows for plain understanding and without which good decisions or judgments cannot be made.
Common Sense
Ordinary sensible understanding; one's basic intelligence which allows for plain understanding and without which good decisions or judgments cannot be made.
What does "common sense" mean?
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noun Sound practical judgement about everyday matters, of the kind most people are expected to have without special training.
"It is just common sense to check the tyres before a long drive."
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adjective Based on ordinary practical judgement rather than theory or specialist knowledge. Usually written with a hyphen before a noun.
"The report ends with a few common-sense suggestions for cutting costs."
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common sense in a sentence
- It is just common sense to check the tyres before a long drive.
- She had no formal qualifications, but plenty of common sense.
- The report ends with a few common-sense suggestions for cutting costs.
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What is "common sense" in German?
"common sense" in German is gesunder Menschenverstand, Common Sense. common sense means: Sound practical judgement about everyday matters, of the kind most people are expected to have without special training.
How do you use "common sense" in a sentence?
Example: "It is just common sense to check the tyres before a long drive." In German, "common sense" is gesunder Menschenverstand, Common Sense.
Are there other ways to say "common sense" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "common sense": gesunder Menschenverstand, Common Sense.
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