ADJECTIVE
eigenständig/ˈaɪ̯ɡn̩ˌʃtɛndɪç/independent; autonomous; self-sufficient
eigenständig is a German adjective that means independent, autonomous, or self-sufficient. It is pronounced /ˈaɪ̯ɡn̩ˌʃtɛndɪç/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "eigenständiger" and "eigenständigsten".
Definitions
1.independent; able to act or exist separately or on one's own(general)
a.acting without outside help or influence
Die Schüler sollen eigenständig arbeiten.—The students should work independently.
b.having autonomy or not being dependent on something else
Die eigenständige Verwaltung der Gemeinde ist ein Ziel.—The independent administration of the municipality is a goal.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | eigenständig |
|---|---|
| Comparative | eigenständiger |
| Superlative | eigenständigsten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "eigenständig" mean in English?
- "eigenständig" means independent, autonomous, or self-sufficient. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "eigenständig"?
- "eigenständig" is pronounced /ˈaɪ̯ɡn̩ˌʃtɛndɪç/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "eigenständig"?
- The comparative of "eigenständig" is "eigenständiger" and the superlative is "eigenständigsten".
- What part of speech is "eigenständig"?
- "eigenständig" is a adjective in German.
