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independence in German

independence in German is Selbständigkeit, Unabhängigkeit — independence means freedom from control, influence, or support by others.

independence in German

Selbständigkeit
noun
Unabhängigkeit
noun
The quality or state of being independent; lack of dependence; the state of not being reliant on, or controlled by, others.
Selbständigkeit
noun
The quality or state of being independent; lack of dependence; the state of not being reliant on, or controlled by, others.
Unabhängigkeit
noun
The state of having sufficient means for a comfortable livelihood.

What does "independence" mean?

  1. noun Freedom from control, influence, or support by others.
    "The colony fought a long war for independence."
  2. noun The state of having enough resources to support oneself without relying on others.
    "He valued his financial independence too much to move back in with his parents."

independence in a sentence

  • The colony fought a long war for independence.
  • Getting a job gave her a new sense of independence.
  • He valued his financial independence too much to move back in with his parents.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "independence" in German?

"independence" in German is Selbständigkeit, Unabhängigkeit. independence means: Freedom from control, influence, or support by others.

How do you use "independence" in a sentence?

Example: "The colony fought a long war for independence." In German, "independence" is Selbständigkeit, Unabhängigkeit.

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

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "independence": Selbständigkeit, Unabhängigkeit.

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