superficial in German
superficial in German is oberflächlich, äußerlich — superficial means existing only on the surface, not deep or serious.
superficial in German
oberflächlich
oberflächlich
(anatomy, relational, often with to) Closer to the surface of the body; especially, situated or occurring on the skin or immediately beneath it.
äußerlich
(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?
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adj Existing only on the surface, not deep or serious.
"Luckily, the cut was only superficial."
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adj Lacking depth of character or genuine feeling; concerned only with appearances.
"He dismissed the whole relationship as superficial."
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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.
- I found their conversation superficial, all gossip and no real interest in each other.
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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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