German Word of the Day
verhalten
/ver-HAL-ten/ • noun — 14th of Mar, 2026
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Meaning: behavior or conduct
Examples
- Sein Verhalten während des Gesprächs war respektlos.
(His behavior during the conversation was disrespectful.) - Das Verhalten von Tieren kann sich je nach Umgebung ändern.
(The behavior of animals can change depending on the environment.) - Wir sollten unser Verhalten überdenken, wenn wir anderen helfen möchten.
(We should reconsider our behavior if we want to help others.)
Synonyms
- Benehmen
- Anstand
The word 'verhalten' is commonly used to describe an individual's behavior or actions in various contexts, including social interactions, psychological discussions, and animal behavior.
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