Offenherzigkeit
candour, openheartedness
noun OF-fen-her-tsikh-kyte Rare
Usage Note
Offenherzigkeit means the willingness to speak and feel honestly and openly. It differs from Offenheit by stressing warmth and emotional transparency. Often used to describe interpersonal communication style.
Examples
"Ich schätze ihre Offenherzigkeit in schwierigen Gesprächen."
Natural Translation
I appreciate her candour in difficult conversations.
Literal Translation
I appreciate her openheartedness in difficult conversations.
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Related Words
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- Begeisterungsfähigkeit capacity for enthusiasm
- Beharrungsvermögen tenacity, perseverance
- Beharrungswille persistence, determination to persist
- Beherrschtheit self-control, composure
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