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zivil

English translation of zivil

civil

The German word 'zivil' is an adjective that is used to describe something as being civil, polite, or non-military. It is often used in contrast to 'militärisch' (military). For example, 'zivile Kleidung' means 'civilian clothing', and 'zivile Flugzeuge' means 'civilian aircraft'.


Example sentences using: zivil

Ihr Verhalten ist nicht zivil.

English translation of Ihr Verhalten ist nicht zivil.

Your behavior is not civil.

This sentence is used to express disapproval of someone's behaviour, stating it's not polite or respectful, what is expected in a civil society.

Zivilrecht regelt die Beziehungen zwischen Personen.

English translation of Zivilrecht regelt die Beziehungen zwischen Personen.

Civil law regulates relations between individuals.

This sentence is commonly used in the legal context. It refers to the body of laws that govern personal, as opposed to criminal, disputes.

Er arbeitete als Zivilingenieur.

English translation of Er arbeitete als Zivilingenieur.

He worked as a civil engineer.

This is a sentence that describes someone's profession - in this case, a civil engineer, who is involved in the design and construction of public works like roads or bridges.

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