Parasit Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Parasit" is used as noun with the meaning of "parasite", "freeloader" or "sponger".

Essential properties of "Parasit"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Gender: masculine
  • Singular: der Parasit
  • Plural: die Parasiten

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

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "An organism living on or in another, causing harm"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Parasit ernährt sich von seinem Wirt.The parasite feeds on its host.
  2. Ein Parasit kann Krankheiten übertragen.A parasite can transmit diseases.
  3. Viele Pflanzen haben Parasiten als Bedrohung.Many plants have parasites as a threat.

2.) "A person who lives off others without contributing"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er ist ein sozialer Parasit, der nie arbeitet.He is a social parasite who never works.
  2. Manche Menschen sehen ihn als Parasit der Gesellschaft.Some people see him as a parasite of society.
  3. Ein Parasit profitiert von der Arbeit anderer.A parasite benefits from the work of others.
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