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procrastination in German

procrastination in German is Prokrastination, Aufschub — procrastination means putting off something that needs doing, usually in favour of something easier or more pleasant, despite knowing the delay will cost you.

procrastination in German

Prokrastination
noun
The act of postponing, delaying or putting off, especially habitually or intentionally.
Aufschub
noun
The act of postponing, delaying or putting off, especially habitually or intentionally.

What does "procrastination" mean?

  1. noun Putting off something that needs doing, usually in favour of something easier or more pleasant, despite knowing the delay will cost you.
    "His procrastination turned a two-hour job into a week of dread."
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procrastination in a sentence

  • His procrastination turned a two-hour job into a week of dread.
  • Procrastination is less about laziness than about avoiding an unpleasant feeling.

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What is "procrastination" in German?

"procrastination" in German is Prokrastination, Aufschub. procrastination means: Putting off something that needs doing, usually in favour of something easier or more pleasant, despite knowing the delay will cost you.

How do you use "procrastination" in a sentence?

Example: "His procrastination turned a two-hour job into a week of dread." In German, "procrastination" is Prokrastination, Aufschub.

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

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "procrastination": Prokrastination, Aufschub.

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