glaubwürdig

credible, trustworthy

adjective GLOWP-vuer-dikh Rare

Also means

believable

Usage Note

Glaubwürdig ('worthy of belief') is essential in journalism, law, and politics: a glaubwürdige Zeugin is a credible witness; a glaubwürdige Politik is politics people can actually believe in. Antonym: unglaubwürdig.

Examples

"Sie wirkte glaubwürdig, weil sie offen über ihre eigenen Fehler sprach."

Natural Translation

She came across as credible because she spoke openly about her own mistakes.

Literal Translation

She appeared credible because she openly about her own mistakes spoke.

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