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philistinism in German

philistinism in German is Banausentum, Banausie, Philisterei — philistinism means an attitude that cares about money and possessions while showing little interest in art or culture.

philistinism in German

Banausentum
noun
A materialistic attitude accompanied by ignorance of artistic or cultural matters.
Banausie
noun
A materialistic attitude accompanied by ignorance of artistic or cultural matters.
Philisterei
noun
A materialistic attitude accompanied by ignorance of artistic or cultural matters.
Spießbürgertum
noun
A materialistic attitude accompanied by ignorance of artistic or cultural matters.

What does "philistinism" mean?

  1. noun An attitude that cares about money and possessions while showing little interest in art or culture.
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What is "philistinism" in German?
"philistinism" in German is Banausentum, Banausie, Philisterei. philistinism means: An attitude that cares about money and possessions while showing little interest in art or culture.
Are there other ways to say "philistinism" in German?
Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "philistinism": Banausentum, Banausie, Philisterei, Spießbürgertum.
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