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masculine

ˈnaːxtaɪ̯l

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Translation

the disadvantage

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Word origin

A compound of nach ('after') and Teil ('part, share'), literally the part that comes after, contrasted with Vorteil ('advantage').

Origin
German compound
Root
nach + Teil
English cognates
deal

Grammar

Gendermasculine
PluralNachteile

Examples

fehlende Aufzug.

A major disadvantage of the flat is the lack of a lift.

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Every decision has advantages and disadvantages.

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The only disadvantage of this job is getting up early.

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