English–German

“unfounded” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʊnbəˌgʁʏndət/

Example

Das ist eine unbegründete Behauptung.

That is an unfounded claim.

Illustration for unbegründet (unfounded)

How to say “unfounded” in German

“Unfounded” in German is unbegründet.

A conclusion is left as a bare assertion after its supposed grounds have been removed.

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

Example sentences with unbegründet

Er blieb gelassen angesichts der unbegründeten Vorwürfe.

He remained calm in the face of the unfounded accusations.

Tips for using unbegründet

  • Begründet normally means well-founded or justified, whereas gegründet usually means founded or established, so the two related adjectives are not interchangeable.

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