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“stereotype” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/kliˈʃeː/

Example

Viele Klischees über Studenten sind ungerecht.

Many stereotypes about students are unfair.

Illustration for Klischee (stereotype)

How to say “stereotype” in German

“Stereotype” in German is Klischee.

One fixed pattern is applied again and again, leaving out the differences between people, things, or expressions.

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

Example sentences with Klischee

In Diskussionen ist es wichtig, Klischees zu hinterfragen.

In discussions, it is important to question stereotypes.

Tips for using Klischee

  • Klischee forms the adjective klischeehaft, meaning stereotyped or cliche-ridden, while the noun stays capitalized.

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