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genügsam — meaning in English

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English meaning

austere adj Plain, strict, and without luxury or decoration.
frugal adjective Careful with money; avoiding unnecessary spending or waste.

Senses

genügsam is used for these senses in English:

austere Lacking decoration; trivial; not extravagant or gaudy.
frugal Of something which is consumed (such as money, goods, etc.): Careful or wise in expenditure; avoiding waste.

austere — full definition

adj Plain, strict, and without luxury or decoration.
adj Serious and stern in manner or appearance.

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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

schlicht sparsam