curiosity in German
curiosity in German is Neugier, Neugierde, Kuriosum — curiosity means a strong desire to learn, know, or explore something.
curiosity in German
Neugier
(uncountable) Inquisitiveness; the tendency to ask and learn about things by asking questions, investigating, or exploring. [from 17th c.]
Neugierde
(uncountable) Inquisitiveness; the tendency to ask and learn about things by asking questions, investigating, or exploring. [from 17th c.]
Kuriosum
A unique or extraordinary object which arouses interest. [from 17th c.]
Kuriosität
A unique or extraordinary object which arouses interest. [from 17th c.]
What does "curiosity" mean?
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noun A strong desire to learn, know, or explore something.
"Her curiosity about the abandoned house got the better of her."
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noun An unusual or interesting object that attracts attention.
"The old shop was full of curiosities from around the world."
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curiosity in a sentence
- Her curiosity about the abandoned house got the better of her.
- Children are naturally full of curiosity about the world around them.
- The old shop was full of curiosities from around the world.
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What is "curiosity" in German?
"curiosity" in German is Neugier, Neugierde, Kuriosum. curiosity means: A strong desire to learn, know, or explore something.
How do you use "curiosity" in a sentence?
Example: "Her curiosity about the abandoned house got the better of her." In German, "curiosity" is Neugier, Neugierde, Kuriosum.
Are there other ways to say "curiosity" in German?
Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "curiosity": Neugier, Neugierde, Kuriosum, Kuriosität.
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