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an sich — meaning in English

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English meaning

intrinsic adj Belonging to something by its very nature; essential and built-in, not added from outside.
per se adverb In itself, considered on its own without anything else attached to it.

Senses

an sich is used for these senses in English:

in itself Inherently; viewed independently, without reference to anything else.
intrinsic Innate, inherent, inseparable from the thing itself, essential.
per se (philosophy) As the principle of its own determination and positing itself.

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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”.

Related German words

an und für sich intrinsisch in sich von sich als solches bezeichnungsgemäß entsprechend seinem Namen per se