Anstand Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Anstand" is used as noun with the meaning of "decency", "propriety" or "decorum".

Essential properties of "Anstand"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Gender: masculine
  • Singular: der Anstand
  • Plural: die Anstände

Meanings of "Anstand" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Proper and respectful behavior"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er zeigte großen Anstand bei der Feier.He showed great decency at the celebration.
  2. Sie bewies Anstand, indem sie höflich blieb.She showed propriety by remaining polite.
  3. Der Anstand gebietet es, sich zu entschuldigen.Decency dictates that one should apologize.

2.) "Brief pause or interruption"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Es gab einen kurzen Anstand im Gespräch.There was a brief pause in the conversation.
  2. Der Anstand dauerte nur wenige Minuten.The pause lasted only a few minutes.
  3. Nach einem Anstand setzte er seine Rede fort.After a pause, he continued his speech.
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