cosmetic in German

cosmetic in German is kosmetisch, Kosmetik, Kosmetikum — cosmetic means relating to improving or enhancing appearance, especially of the skin or face.

cosmetic in German

kosmetisch

adj

External or superficial; pertaining only to the surface or appearance of something.

Kosmetik

noun

Any substances applied to enhance the external color or texture of the skin, e.g. lipstick, eyeshadow, eyeliner; makeup.

Kosmetikum

noun

Any substances applied to enhance the external color or texture of the skin, e.g. lipstick, eyeshadow, eyeliner; makeup.

Hautverschönerungsmittel

noun

Any substances applied to enhance the external color or texture of the skin, e.g. lipstick, eyeshadow, eyeliner; makeup.

What does "cosmetic" mean?

adj Relating to improving or enhancing appearance, especially of the skin or face.
"She had cosmetic surgery to reshape her nose."
adj Affecting only surface appearance rather than anything substantial.
"The company's changes were purely cosmetic — the underlying problems remained."
noun A product used to enhance or beautify skin, such as lipstick or foundation.
"Her makeup bag was full of half-used cosmetics."

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

cosmetic in a sentence

She had cosmetic surgery to reshape her nose.
The company's changes were purely cosmetic — the underlying problems remained.
Her makeup bag was full of half-used cosmetics.

Similar words in German

beautifying makeup superficial

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "cosmetic" in German?

"cosmetic" in German is kosmetisch, Kosmetik, Kosmetikum. cosmetic means: Relating to improving or enhancing appearance, especially of the skin or face.

How do you use "cosmetic" in a sentence?

Example: "She had cosmetic surgery to reshape her nose." In German, "cosmetic" is kosmetisch, Kosmetik, Kosmetikum.

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

Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "cosmetic": kosmetisch, Kosmetik, Kosmetikum, Hautverschönerungsmittel.

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