liberal in German
liberal in German is freiheitlich, liberal, Liberaler — liberal means generous, open-handed, or given freely and in large amounts.
liberal in German
freiheitlich
(now, rare, outside, set phrases) Pertaining to those arts and sciences the study of which is considered to provide general knowledge, as opposed to vocational/occupational, technical or mechanical training.
liberal
(politics) Open to political or social changes and reforms associated with either classical or modern liberalism.
Liberaler
One with liberal views, supporting individual liberty (see Wikipedia's article on Liberalism).
What does "liberal" mean?
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adj Generous, open-handed, or given freely and in large amounts.
"He was liberal with his praise, always encouraging the junior staff."
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adj Open to new ideas and willing to question tradition; tolerant of different views and lifestyles.
"Her liberal upbringing meant she rarely judged other people's choices."
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adj Favouring political and social reform, individual freedoms, and progressive change.
"The senator ran on a liberal platform focused on healthcare reform."
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noun A person who holds liberal political views, typically favouring reform and individual rights.
"Liberals and conservatives clashed over the new tax proposal."
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liberal in a sentence
- He was liberal with his praise, always encouraging the junior staff.
- They served a liberal portion of dessert to every guest.
- Her liberal upbringing meant she rarely judged other people's choices.
- The senator ran on a liberal platform focused on healthcare reform.
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What is "liberal" in German?
"liberal" in German is freiheitlich, liberal, Liberaler. liberal means: Generous, open-handed, or given freely and in large amounts.
How do you use "liberal" in a sentence?
Example: "He was liberal with his praise, always encouraging the junior staff." In German, "liberal" is freiheitlich, liberal, Liberaler.
Are there other ways to say "liberal" in German?
Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "liberal": freiheitlich, liberal, Liberaler.
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