naturalness
die Natürlichkeit
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naturalness
The quality of being unaffected, genuine, and not artificial; authenticity in behavior or appearance.
Sie beeindruckte das Publikum mit ihrer Natürlichkeit und ihrem Charme.
She impressed the audience with her naturalness and charm.
naturalness
The state of having been created by nature and not heavily altered by humans; originality or unspoiled character.
Trotz des Tourismus hat sich die Insel ihre Natürlichkeit bewahrt.
Despite tourism, the island has preserved its naturalness.
| gender | feminine die |
|---|---|
| genitive | der Natürlichkeit |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | die Natürlichkeit | – |
| accusative | die Natürlichkeit | – |
| dative | der Natürlichkeit | – |
| genitive | der Natürlichkeit | – |
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'Natürlichkeit' (naturalness) is a noun derived from the adjective 'natürlich' (natural). The ending '-keit' is often used to form nouns from adjectives that describe a quality or state.
Sein Verhalten wirkt sehr natürlich und überhaupt nicht gespielt.
His behavior seems very natural and not at all acted.
The meaning depends on the context. When speaking about people, their behavior, or their appearance, 'Authentizität' (authenticity) is meant. When speaking about places or landscapes, the 'Ursprünglichkeit' (original, unspoiled character) of nature is meant.
Die Schauspielerin überzeugte durch ihre große Natürlichkeit.
The actress was convincing because of her great naturalness.
Wir bewunderten die Natürlichkeit der unberührten Küste.
We admired the naturalness of the untouched coast.
When referring to people, 'Natürlichkeit' (naturalness) is often combined with verbs such as 'ausstrahlen' (to radiate), 'bewahren' (to preserve), or 'verlieren' (to lose). It describes a positive, unaffected manner.
Trotz ihres Erfolgs hat sie sich ihre Natürlichkeit bewahrt.
Despite her success, she has preserved her naturalness.
In connection with places and nature, 'Natürlichkeit' (naturalness) is often used with verbs such as 'erhalten' (to preserve), 'schützen' (to protect), or 'zerstören' (to destroy).
Umweltschützer kämpfen dafür, die Natürlichkeit des Waldes zu erhalten.
Environmentalists are fighting to preserve the naturalness of the forest.
authenticity
For a person, both words can describe an unaffected manner. Natürlichkeit emphasizes that someone's behavior appears relaxed and unforced. Authentizität highlights more strongly that the person presents themselves in a way that reflects their true nature and values.
Im Interview sprach die Schauspielerin mit großer Natürlichkeit und wirkte nicht aufgesetzt.
In the interview, the actress spoke with great naturalness and did not seem affected.
Im Interview zeigte die Schauspielerin Authentizität und sprach offen über ihre Werte.
In the interview, the actress showed authenticity and spoke openly about her values.
