GERMAN · C1WORD NOTES
MEANING & PRONUNCIATION

die Korrektheit

correctness; accuracy

Die formale Korrektheit der Angaben ist noch kein Beleg dafür, dass ihre Zusammenstellung ein ausgewogenes Bild der tatsächlichen Lage vermittelt.

The formal correctness of the information does not yet prove that its compilation conveys a balanced picture of the actual situation.

propriety; scrupulous observance of duties or manners

Seine demonstrative Korrektheit schuf Distanz, obwohl er sich damit eigentlich bemühte, niemandem eine unbedachte oder verletzende Bemerkung zuzumuten.

His conspicuous propriety created distance, although he was actually trying to avoid subjecting anyone to a thoughtless or hurtful remark.

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