negativ
negative
The German word "negativ" is used in the same way as its English counterpart, "negative". It can refer to something that is not positive, such as a negative comment or a negative result. It can also be used in a mathematical or scientific context to describe a value that is less than zero.
Example sentences using: negativ
Das ist ein negativer Test.
This is a negative test.
This sentence can be used in the context where a result of a test like medical or system test is negative. Negative here indicates the absence of something like a virus or a fault.
Deine Einstellung ist zu negativ.
Your attitude is too negative.
This sentence is often used colloquially to suggest that the individual's perspective or outlook on things tends to be pessimistic. This is usually viewed as an admonishment that one should try to cultivate a more optimistic mindset.
Ich sehe das nicht negativ.
I don't see that negatively.
This sentence suggests that from the speaker's perspective or understanding, a situation or circumstance doesn't appear negative or bad. It implies a some sort of positive or neutral viewpoint from the speaker.