English–German
“sensible” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈzɪnˌfɔl/
Example
Das ist eine sinnvolle Entscheidung.
That is a sensible decision.
How to say “sensible” in German
“Sensible” in German is sinnvoll.
A choice fits its purpose and produces a useful result rather than wasting effort.
Example sentences with sinnvoll
Es ist sinnvoll, erst Informationen zu sammeln.
It is sensible to gather information first.
Tips for using sinnvoll
- Sinnvoll focuses on practical value or suitability, while vernünftig more often describes sound judgment or reasonableness.