Benehmen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Benehmen" is mainly used as verb meaning "to behave", "to conduct oneself" or "to act". It is also used as noun.

Essential properties of "Benehmen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Verb

Infinitive: benehmen
Simple past: benahm
Participle: benommen

See full conjugation of benehmen

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Properties as Noun

Gender: neutral
Singular: das Benehmen
Plural: die [n/a]

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

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To behave or act"

"Benehmen", when used with this meaning, acts as verb.

Definition: "To behave or act in a certain way."
Translation(s): to behave, to conduct oneself, to act
Synonym(s): sich verhalten, sich aufführen, sich betragen
Antonym(s): missverhalten
Related word(s): das Benehmen, die Verhaltensweise

📝 Some usage examples:

Er benimmt sich immer sehr höflich.He always behaves very politely.
Wie benehmen sich die Kinder in der Schule?How do the children behave at school?
Du solltest dich besser benehmen, wenn wir Gäste haben.You should behave better when we have guests.

2.) "Manner of behavior; conduct"

"Benehmen", when used with this meaning, acts as noun.

Definition: "Manner of behaving or acting; conduct."
Translation(s): behavior, conduct, manners
Synonym(s): das Verhalten, die Aufführung, das Betragen
Related word(s): die Manieren, der Anstand

📝 Some usage examples:

Sein Benehmen bei der Veranstaltung war tadellos.His behavior at the event was impeccable.
Gutes Benehmen ist in der Gesellschaft sehr wichtig.Good manners are very important in society.
Das Benehmen des Kindes hat sich in letzter Zeit verbessert.The child's behavior has improved recently.

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