pretense in German

pretense in German is Anschein, Heucheln, Vorspiegelung — pretense means a false show or claim put on to create a misleading impression; the American spelling of "pretence".

pretense in German

Anschein

noun

(countable, or, uncountable) The action of pretending; false or simulated show or appearance; false or hypocritical assertion or representation.

Heucheln

noun

(countable, or, uncountable) The action of pretending; false or simulated show or appearance; false or hypocritical assertion or representation.

Vorspiegelung

noun

(countable, or, uncountable) The action of pretending; false or simulated show or appearance; false or hypocritical assertion or representation.

Vortäuschen

noun

(countable, or, uncountable) The action of pretending; false or simulated show or appearance; false or hypocritical assertion or representation.

Vortäuschung

noun

(countable, or, uncountable) The action of pretending; false or simulated show or appearance; false or hypocritical assertion or representation.

Vorwand

noun

(countable, or, uncountable) The action of pretending; false or simulated show or appearance; false or hypocritical assertion or representation.

What does "pretense" mean?

noun A false show or claim put on to create a misleading impression; the American spelling of "pretence".
"He got into the building under the pretense of delivering flowers."

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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”.

pretense in a sentence

He got into the building under the pretense of delivering flowers.
She dropped the pretense and admitted she was upset.

Similar words in German

imitation pretext sham subterfuge

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "pretense" in German?

"pretense" in German is Anschein, Heucheln, Vorspiegelung. pretense means: A false show or claim put on to create a misleading impression; the American spelling of "pretence".

How do you use "pretense" in a sentence?

Example: "He got into the building under the pretense of delivering flowers." In German, "pretense" is Anschein, Heucheln, Vorspiegelung.

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

Yes — German has 6 translations listed for "pretense": Anschein, Heucheln, Vorspiegelung, Vortäuschen, Vortäuschung, Vorwand.

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