Selbstbewusst
Example: Sie wirkt sehr selbstbewusst bei der Präsentation heute.
Definition
"Selbstbewusst" describes a person who shows confidence and assurance in their actions or demeanor, often appearing poised and self-reliant, as in the example phrase where someone seems very confident during a presentation.
Etymology
The word "selbstbewusst" comes from German, combining "selbst" meaning 'self' and "bewusst" meaning 'conscious' or 'aware.' It literally means 'self-aware,' but has evolved to mean confident or self-assured. Did you know it reflects the idea of being consciously aware of oneself in a positive, assertive way?
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"Selbstbewusst" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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