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self-deprecation in German

self-deprecation in German is Selbstironie, Selbstherabsetzung, Selbstkritik.

self-deprecation in German

Selbstironie

noun

(Originally proscribed) The disparagement of one's own self.

Selbstherabsetzung

noun

(Originally proscribed) The disparagement of one's own self.

Selbstkritik

noun

(Originally proscribed) The disparagement of one's own self.

Selbstzerfleischung

noun

(Originally proscribed) The disparagement of one's own self.

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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.

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

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”.

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What is "self-deprecation" in German?

"self-deprecation" in German is Selbstironie, Selbstherabsetzung, Selbstkritik.

Are there other ways to say "self-deprecation" in German?

Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "self-deprecation": Selbstironie, Selbstherabsetzung, Selbstkritik, Selbstzerfleischung.

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