punitive in German
punitive in German is Straf-, strafend — punitive means intended as a punishment, or inflicting one.
punitive in German
Straf-
(legal, military) Inflicting punishment; punishing.
strafend
(legal, military) Inflicting punishment; punishing.
What does "punitive" mean?
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adj Intended as a punishment, or inflicting one.
"The government imposed punitive tariffs on imports."
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punitive in a sentence
- The government imposed punitive tariffs on imports.
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What is "punitive" in German?
"punitive" in German is Straf-, strafend. punitive means: Intended as a punishment, or inflicting one.
How do you use "punitive" in a sentence?
Example: "The government imposed punitive tariffs on imports." In German, "punitive" is Straf-, strafend.
Are there other ways to say "punitive" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "punitive": Straf-, strafend.
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