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“optimistic” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ɔptiˈmɪstɪʃ/

Example

Ich bleibe optimistisch.

I stay optimistic.

Illustration for optimistisch (optimistic)

How to say “optimistic” in German

“Optimistic” in German is optimistisch.

A person looks toward the future expecting favorable outcomes rather than setbacks.

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

Example sentences with optimistisch

Auch nach Rückschlägen dachte er optimistisch.

Even after setbacks, he thought optimistically.

Tips for using optimistisch

  • Optimistisch describes a generally positive view of the future, while zuversichtlich more often expresses confidence in a particular result or person.

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