Sogenannt Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Sogenannt" is mainly used as adjective meaning "so-called", "reputed" or "alleged". It is also used as adverb.

Essential properties of "sogenannt"

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

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Known or called in a specific way"

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

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der sogenannte Experte hat keine Ahnung.The so-called expert has no idea.
  2. Das sogenannte Wunderkind spielt hervorragend Klavier.The so-called child prodigy plays the piano excellently.
  3. Die sogenannte Lösung war keine Hilfe.The so-called solution was no help.

2.) "Introducing a potentially inaccurate term"

"Sogenannt", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er ist ein sogenannter Experte, aber ich bezweifle seine Fähigkeiten.He is a so-called expert, but I doubt his abilities.
  2. Das sogenannte Heilmittel hat nicht geholfen.The so-called remedy did not help.
  3. Sie ist eine sogenannte Freundin, aber sie lügt oft.She is a so-called friend, but she often lies.
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