Translation
the quality, characteristic, trait
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Word origin
A compound of eigen ('own, particular') and the suffix -schaft, cognate with English -ship, so literally something like 'ownness', a defining trait.
- Origin
- German compound
- Root
- eigen + -schaft
- English cognates
- own
Grammar
Examples
Geduld .
Patience is an important quality for teachers.
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Which qualities do you value most in your friends?
Ehrlichkeit .
Honesty is his best trait.
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