das Wesentliche

Plural: die ohne Plural
Based on: Wesen
Noun
1.

what’s essential, the essentials

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  • Wir müssen uns auf das Wesentliche konzentrieren.
  • We have to focus on what's essential.
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Word of the Day – “das Wesen”

A fascinating, almost philosophical look at the meaning and origin of "das Wesen" and an insight into what being has to do essence and absence :).

Vocab: das Wesen, das Lebewesen, wesentlich, abwesend, anwesend, das Unwesen

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How many meanings does the German word 'Wesentliche' have?

Wesentliche has 1 distinct meaning: 1. what’s essential, the essentials.

What is the gender of 'Wesentliche'?

das

What is the plural of 'Wesentliche'?

die ohne Plural

What is 'Wesentliche' related to?

The word 'Wesentliche' is related to Wesen.

Where can I learn more about 'Wesentliche'?

Here are some articles where you can learn more about 'Wesentliche':

Word of the Day – “das Wesen”
A fascinating, almost philosophical look at the meaning and origin of "das Wesen" and an insight into what being has to do essence and absence :).
Vocab: das Wesen, das Lebewesen, wesentlich, abwesend, anwesend, das Unwesen
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