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Kritik

criticism; review (e.g., of a book or film)

In German

Kritik

kree-TEEK

Don't Get Confused!

Looks like

critic

In English means: "a person who judges or evaluates works of art or literature"

Actually means

Kritik

criticism; review (e.g., of a book or film)

Memory TipGerman 'Kritik' is the 'criticism' or 'review' itself, not the 'critic' (person). Think 'Kritik' as 'Kriticism Is The Key' (the act, not the actor).

Example Sentences

1
Die Kritik an seiner Theorie war konstruktiv.
The criticism of his theory was constructive.
2
Sie schrieb eine ausführliche Kritik des neuen Buches.
She wrote a detailed review of the new book.

FAQ

How do you say "criticism; review (e.g., of a book or film)" in German?

"criticism; review (e.g., of a book or film)" in German is "Kritik" (kree-TEEK). Example: Die Kritik an seiner Theorie war konstruktiv..

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