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superficial in German

superficial in German is oberflächlich, äußerlich — superficial means existing only on the surface, not deep or serious.

superficial in German

oberflächlich
adj
oberflächlich
adj
(anatomy, relational, often with to) Closer to the surface of the body; especially, situated or occurring on the skin or immediately beneath it.
äußerlich
adj
(anatomy, relational, often with to) Closer to the surface of the body; especially, situated or occurring on the skin or immediately beneath it.

What does "superficial" mean?

  1. adj Existing only on the surface, not deep or serious.
    "Luckily, the cut was only superficial."
  2. adj Lacking depth of character or genuine feeling; concerned only with appearances.
    "He dismissed the whole relationship as superficial."

superficial in a sentence

  • Luckily, the cut was only superficial.
  • The report gave a superficial account of the crisis, missing the real causes.
  • He dismissed the whole relationship as superficial.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "superficial" in German?

"superficial" in German is oberflächlich, äußerlich. superficial means: Existing only on the surface, not deep or serious.

How do you use "superficial" in a sentence?

Example: "Luckily, the cut was only superficial." In German, "superficial" is oberflächlich, äußerlich.

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

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "superficial": oberflächlich, äußerlich.

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