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Schwachkopf — meaning in English

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English meaning

dunce noun Someone regarded as slow-witted or foolish, especially at learning.
moron noun An insult for a stupid or foolish person.
nitwit noun A foolish or scatterbrained person.

Senses

Schwachkopf is used for these senses in English:

moron (psychology, dated, originally) A person of mild mental subnormality in the former classification of mental retardation, having an intelligence quotient of 50–70.
moron (philosophy) A hypothetical particle whose existence and configuration can make a moral judgment true.
nitwit (informal) A scatterbrained or stupid person.
schnook (slang) A person who is easily taken advantage of.

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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”.

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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