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“convincing” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/yːbɐˈt͡sɔɪ̯gn̩t/

Example

Ein überzeugendes Argument ist wichtig.

A convincing argument is important.

Illustration for überzeugend (convincing)

How to say “convincing” in German

“Convincing” in German is überzeugend.

A well-built argument withstands questions and leaves little reason to reject its conclusion.

Full entry for überzeugend: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with überzeugend

Er gewann die Debatte mit überzeugenden Argumenten.

He won the debate with convincing arguments.

Tips for using überzeugend

  • The verb construction is jemanden von etwas überzeugen, with the person in the accusative and von followed by the dative.

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