Sanftmütigkeit
gentleness, meekness, mildness of temperament
noun ZANFT-mue-tikh-kite Rare
Usage Note
Sanftmütigkeit is the quality of being gentle and non-forceful in dealing with others. A slight elevation of Sanftmut. Especially used in contexts of religious virtue or in describing people who communicate without aggression or dominance. The adjective is sanftmütig.
Examples
"Die Sanftmütigkeit des Lehrers machte den Unterricht für alle Schüler angenehm."
Natural Translation
The gentleness of the teacher made lessons enjoyable for all pupils.
Literal Translation
The gentle-moodedness of the teacher made the lessons pleasant for all pupils.
Related Words
- Abgeklärtheit serenity, mature composure, detached calm
- Anmaßung presumption, arrogance, overstepping
- Aufgeschlossenheit open-mindedness, receptiveness
- Bedachtheit deliberateness, thoughtful care, circumspection
- Begeisterungsfähigkeit capacity for enthusiasm
- Beharrungsvermögen tenacity, perseverance
- Beharrungswille persistence, determination to persist
- Beherrschtheit self-control, composure
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