Befangenheit Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Befangenheit" is used as noun with the meaning of "self-consciousness", "shyness" or "embarrassment".

Essential properties of "Befangenheit"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Gender: feminine
  • Singular: die Befangenheit
  • Plural: die Befangenheiten

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

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "State of insecurity or shyness"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Seine Befangenheit hinderte ihn daran, frei zu sprechen.His self-consciousness prevented him from speaking freely.
  2. Die Befangenheit der Zeugin war offensichtlich.The witness's self-consciousness was obvious.
  3. Er konnte seine Befangenheit nicht überwinden.He could not overcome his self-consciousness.

2.) "Lack of impartiality or prejudice"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Befangenheit des Richters wurde in Frage gestellt.The judge's bias was questioned.
  2. Wegen Befangenheit wurde der Fall neu verhandelt.Due to bias, the case was re-negotiated.
  3. Seine Befangenheit beeinflusste das Urteil negativ.His bias negatively influenced the verdict.
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