Sich benehmen
Example: Kinder sollen sich in der Schule gut benehmen.
Definition
"Sich benehmen" means to behave or conduct oneself in a socially acceptable or appropriate manner, especially in public or formal settings. For example, children should "sich benehmen" well at school, showing politeness and good manners.
Etymology
The phrase "sich benehmen" comes from the German verb "benehmen," which means to behave or conduct oneself. It originates from Middle High German "benehmen," combining "be-" (a prefix often indicating a thorough or intensive action) with "nehmen" (to take). So, it literally suggests 'taking oneself' in a certain way, reflecting how one carries or conducts oneself.
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"Sich benehmen" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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