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sterblich — meaning in English

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English meaning

mortal adjective Certain to die eventually; not immortal.

Senses

sterblich is used for these senses in English:

mortal Susceptible to death by aging, sickness, injury, or wound; not immortal. [from 14th c.]
mortal Causing death; deadly, fatal, killing, lethal (now only of wounds, injuries etc.). [from 14th c.]

mortal — full definition

adjective Certain to die eventually; not immortal.
adjective Causing or capable of causing death; deadly.
noun A human being, especially as contrasted with gods or immortal beings.

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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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