Behinderung
disability
Meaning of Behinderung
ein körperlicher oder geistiger Zustand, der die Fähigkeiten einer Person einschränkt
a physical or mental condition that limits a person's ability to do things
Pronunciation
Behinderung with English translation
Behinderung usage examples
Er lebt mit einer Behinderung.
He lives with a disability.
Die Schule ist gut für Kinder mit Behinderung.
The school is good for children with disabilities.
Behinderung synonyms
What's the difference between Behinderung, Beeinträchtigung, Invalidität, Handicap, Einschränkung, Gebrechen, Krankheit, and Schwäche
A general, neutral term for an impairment or functional limitation; can refer to physical, mental, or practical restrictions.
A more formal or somewhat old-fashioned term; often linked to loss of working capacity or disability status.
A borrowed term, usually softer and broader; it can mean a physical limitation or a general disadvantage/obstacle.
A very general word for a limitation; it is not necessarily medical and often describes any reduction in ability or freedom.
An old-fashioned or literary word for a physical ailment, especially in older people; may sound somewhat outdated.
Advanced: broader words
Not a true synonym but a cause or condition that can lead to disability; it means an illness, not the limitation itself.
Means weakness or lack of strength; it can be temporary and usually does not imply an official disability.
Refers to an injury or damage; usually temporary and not the same as disability, though it can lead to one.
Usually refers to a fault, defect, or malfunction in an object, part, or system; rarely used for a person and can sound harsh.
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Questions about this word
What does Behinderung mean?
a physical or mental condition that limits a person's ability to do things
How do you pronounce Behinderung?
Behinderung is pronounced [bəˈhɪndəʁʊŋ].
How is Behinderung used in a sentence?
He lives with a disability. Translation: Er lebt mit einer Behinderung.
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