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“sustainable” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈnaːxˌhaltɪç/

Example

Wir brauchen eine nachhaltige Lösung.

We need a sustainable solution.

Illustration for nachhaltig (sustainable)

How to say “sustainable” in German

“Sustainable” in German is nachhaltig.

A carefully maintained garden remains productive year after year while its soil, water, and other resources stay intact.

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

Example sentences with nachhaltig

Viele Verbraucher achten auf nachhaltige Produkte.

Many consumers pay attention to sustainable products.

Tips for using nachhaltig

  • Nachhaltige Lösung commonly covers environmental, economic, and social durability, whereas dauerhaft mainly describes simple persistence over time.

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