English–German

“radical” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁadiˈkaːl/

Example

Er hat eine radikale Meinung.

He has a radical opinion.

Illustration for radikal (radical)

How to say “radical” in German

“Radical” in German is radikal.

A hand pulls up a plant by its root instead of trimming its leaves, changing the whole growth from the foundation upward.

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

Example sentences with radikal

Viele Bürger lehnen radikale Reformen ab.

Many citizens reject far-reaching reforms.

Tips for using radikal

  • In German, radikal can describe a position or measure without implying violence; context determines whether it means fundamental or extreme.

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