selbstbewusst

self-confident

adjective ZELPST-be-vust Rare

Also means

assertive

Usage Note

selbstbewusst describes healthy self-assurance, as in ein selbstbewusstes Auftreten. Unlike English 'self-conscious', it is positive; the related noun is Selbstbewusstsein.

Examples

"Sie präsentierte ihre Idee selbstbewusst."

Natural Translation

She presented her idea confidently.

Literal Translation

She presented her idea self-confidently.

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