Vernünftig Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Vernünftig" is mainly used as adjective meaning "sensible", "reasonable" or "rational". It is also used as adverb.

Essential properties of "vernünftig"

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

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Sensible, logical, rational (person/action)"

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

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Es ist vernünftig, Geld für die Zukunft zu sparen.It is sensible to save money for the future.
  2. Eine vernünftige Entscheidung zu treffen, ist nicht immer einfach.Making a sensible decision is not always easy.
  3. Sei vernünftig und fahr nicht betrunken Auto.Be sensible and don't drive drunk.

2.) "Moderate, appropriate, adequate (quantity, size, price)"

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

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Preis für das Auto ist durchaus vernünftig.The price for the car is quite reasonable.
  2. Wir suchen eine Wohnung zu einem vernünftigen Mietpreis.We are looking for an apartment at a reasonable rent.
  3. Eine vernünftige Portion Essen reicht völlig aus.A reasonable portion of food is completely sufficient.

3.) "Sensibly, reasonably, logically (adverb)"

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

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Lass uns vernünftig über das Problem sprechen.Let's talk about the problem sensibly.
  2. Er hat die Situation vernünftig eingeschätzt.He assessed the situation reasonably.
  3. Wir sollten vernünftig mit unseren Ressourcen umgehen.We should manage our resources sensibly.
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