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belesen — meaning in English

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English meaning

erudite adj Having or showing deep knowledge gained through extensive reading and study.
literate adj Able to read and write.

Senses

belesen is used for these senses in English:

erudite Learned, scholarly, with emphasis on knowledge gained from books.
literate Knowledgeable in literature, writing; literary; well-read.
well-read Well informed and knowledgeable through having read extensively.

literate — full definition

adj Able to read and write.
adj Well informed or knowledgeable in a particular area.

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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

gelehrt gebildet schreibkundig alphabetisiert des Lesens und Schreibens mächtig lese- und schreibkundig literal schriftkundig