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unbecoming in German

unbecoming in German is unangebracht, unpassend, unschmeichelhaft — unbecoming means not flattering or attractive.

unbecoming in German

unangebracht
adj
unpassend
adj
unschmeichelhaft
adj
unschön
adj
wenig anziehend
adj
wenig schmeichelhaft
adj
ungebührlich
adj
Not in keeping with the expected standards of one's position.
ungehörig
adj
Not in keeping with the expected standards of one's position.

What does "unbecoming" mean?

  1. adj Not flattering or attractive.
    "The harsh lighting was unbecoming in every photo."
  2. adj Not fitting or appropriate for someone's position or character.
    "The officer was disciplined for conduct unbecoming of his rank."
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unbecoming in a sentence

  • The harsh lighting was unbecoming in every photo.
  • The officer was disciplined for conduct unbecoming of his rank.

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What is "unbecoming" in German?

"unbecoming" in German is unangebracht, unpassend, unschmeichelhaft. unbecoming means: Not flattering or attractive.

How do you use "unbecoming" in a sentence?

Example: "The harsh lighting was unbecoming in every photo." In German, "unbecoming" is unangebracht, unpassend, unschmeichelhaft.

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

Yes — German has 8 translations listed for "unbecoming": unangebracht, unpassend, unschmeichelhaft, unschön, wenig anziehend, wenig schmeichelhaft.

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