tact in German
tact in German is Takt, Taktgefühl — tact means skill in dealing with people or delicate situations without causing offense, even when being honest.
tact in German
Takt
Sensitive mental touch; special skill or faculty; keen perception or discernment; ready power of appreciating and doing what is required by circumstances; the ability to say the right thing. [from early 19th c.]
Taktgefühl
Sensitive mental touch; special skill or faculty; keen perception or discernment; ready power of appreciating and doing what is required by circumstances; the ability to say the right thing. [from early 19th c.]
What does "tact" mean?
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noun Skill in dealing with people or delicate situations without causing offense, even when being honest.
"She handled the layoffs with remarkable tact."
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tact in a sentence
- She handled the layoffs with remarkable tact.
- It takes tact to tell a friend their idea won't work.
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What is "tact" in German?
"tact" in German is Takt, Taktgefühl. tact means: Skill in dealing with people or delicate situations without causing offense, even when being honest.
How do you use "tact" in a sentence?
Example: "She handled the layoffs with remarkable tact." In German, "tact" is Takt, Taktgefühl.
Are there other ways to say "tact" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "tact": Takt, Taktgefühl.
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