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Platonic in German

Platonic in German is platonisch — Platonic means describing a close relationship or affection that is friendly rather than romantic or sexual.

Platonic in German

platonisch
adj
Of or relating to the ancient Greek philosopher Plato or his philosophies.
platonisch
adj
Neither sexual nor romantic in nature; being or exhibiting platonic love.

What does "Platonic" mean?

  1. adj Describing a close relationship or affection that is friendly rather than romantic or sexual.
    "They've stayed close friends, but it's always been completely platonic."
  2. noun A follower of the philosopher Plato's ideas; a Platonist.
    "The seminar examined the arguments of several ancient Platonics."
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Platonic in a sentence

  • They've stayed close friends, but it's always been completely platonic.
  • The seminar examined the arguments of several ancient Platonics.

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What is "Platonic" in German?

"Platonic" in German is platonisch. Platonic means: Describing a close relationship or affection that is friendly rather than romantic or sexual.

How do you use "Platonic" in a sentence?

Example: "They've stayed close friends, but it's always been completely platonic." In German, "Platonic" is platonisch.

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