inferior in German

inferior in German is untergeordnet, nachgeordnet, unterlegen — inferior means lower in rank, quality, or importance than something or someone else.

inferior in German

untergeordnet

adj

Of low rank, standard or quality.

nachgeordnet

adj

Of low rank, standard or quality.

unterlegen

adj

Of low rank, standard or quality.

tiefer

adj

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minderwertig

noun

What does "inferior" mean?

adj Lower in rank, quality, or importance than something or someone else.
"The reviewer called the sequel clearly inferior to the original film."
adj Situated lower down, especially in anatomy — closer to the feet than another part.
"The inferior surface of the lung sits just above the diaphragm."
noun A person ranked or regarded as lower in status or ability.
"He always treated junior staff as inferiors rather than colleagues."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

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”.

inferior in a sentence

The reviewer called the sequel clearly inferior to the original film.
He was never made to feel inferior just because he hadn't been to university.
The inferior surface of the lung sits just above the diaphragm.
The doctor pressed on the inferior edge of the rib cage.

Similar words in German

poor man's subscript

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "inferior" in German?

"inferior" in German is untergeordnet, nachgeordnet, unterlegen. inferior means: Lower in rank, quality, or importance than something or someone else.

How do you use "inferior" in a sentence?

Example: "The reviewer called the sequel clearly inferior to the original film." In German, "inferior" is untergeordnet, nachgeordnet, unterlegen.

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

Yes — German has 5 translations listed for "inferior": untergeordnet, nachgeordnet, unterlegen, tiefer, minderwertig.

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