dilettantisch

amateurish, dilettante

English translations

  1. 01

    amateurish

  2. 02

    dilettante

Word details

German meaning
Unprofessionell, amateurhaft; von geringer Qualität.
English meaning
Amateurish, unprofessional
Synonym
amateurhaft, stümperhaft
German example
Die Reparatur wurde dilettantisch ausgeführt.
English example
The repair was done amateurishly.
Comparative
dilettantischerSuperlative: am dilettantischsten

Example sentences with “dilettantisch”

  1. Der Versuch war völlig dilettantisch. (The attempt was completely amateurish.)

Frequently asked questions

Does 'dilettantisch' have a negative connotation?

Yes, it is almost always used to criticize a lack of professional skill or preparation.