Gehorsam Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Gehorsam" is mainly used as adjective meaning "obedient", "docile" or "submissive". It is also used as noun.

Essential properties of "Gehorsam"

Its most important properties are:

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

"Gehorsam", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

Definition: "Someone who obeys or follows someone's orders without questioning."
Translation(s): obedient, docile, submissive
Synonym(s): folgsam, unterwürfig
Antonym(s): ungehorsam, widerspenstig
Related word(s): Gehorsamkeit, gehorchen

📝 Some usage examples:

Der Hund ist sehr gehorsam und folgt jedem Befehl.The dog is very obedient and follows every command.
Kinder sollten gehorsam sein, aber auch ihre Meinung äußern dürfen.Children should be obedient, but also allowed to express their opinion.
In der Armee wird gehorsam erwartet.In the army, obedience is expected.

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

Definition: "The attitude of obeying or following orders without questioning."
Translation(s): obedience, compliance, dutifulness
Synonym(s): Folgsamkeit, Unterwürfigkeit
Antonym(s): Ungehorsam, Widerspenstigkeit
Related word(s): gehorsam, gehorchen

📝 Some usage examples:

Der Gehorsam der Soldaten ist entscheidend für den Erfolg der Mission.The obedience of the soldiers is crucial for the success of the mission.
Eltern erwarten oft Gehorsam von ihren Kindern.Parents often expect obedience from their children.
In der Schule wird Gehorsam oft belohnt.In school, obedience is often rewarded.