Rechthaberei
dieNoundogmatism; self-righteousness
English translations
- 01
legalism
- 02
pedantry
- 03
captiousness
Word details
- German meaning
- Das zwanghafte Beharren auf dem eigenen Recht oder der eigenen Meinung, oft ohne Rücksicht auf andere.
- English meaning
- Sanctimony
- Synonym
- Besserwisserei
- German example
- Seine Rechthaberei führte oft zu Streitigkeiten.
- English example
- His sanctimony often led to disputes.
- Type
- Noun
- Article
- die
- Singular Form
- die Rechthaberei
- Plural Form
- die Rechthabereien
Example sentences with “Rechthaberei”
Seine ständige Rechthaberei nervt alle. (His constant self-righteousness annoys everyone.)
Frequently asked questions
Is Rechthaberei a negative term?
Yes, it is used to describe someone who always insists on being right.