ADJECTIVE
sogenannt/ˈzoːɡəˌnant/so-called; alleged
sogenannt is a German adjective that means so-called or alleged. It is pronounced /ˈzoːɡəˌnant/.
Definitions
1.designated with this name, but possibly not really corresponding to it; supposed(attribution, distancing)
a.used to introduce a name, term or concept that is questionable, not universally accepted, or used ironically
Der sogenannte Experte konnte keine Antwort geben.—The so-called expert couldn’t give an answer.
b.used to introduce terms or wording not generally used, or to indicate distance from the term
Die sogenannte 'gesunde Ernährung' ist nicht für jeden gleich.—The so-called 'healthy diet' is not the same for everyone.
Adjective Forms
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Frequently asked questions
- What does "sogenannt" mean in English?
- "sogenannt" means so-called or alleged. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "sogenannt"?
- "sogenannt" is pronounced /ˈzoːɡəˌnant/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What part of speech is "sogenannt"?
- "sogenannt" is a adjective in German.
