A2Vocabulary
Rezeptiv
Receptive (able to receive or absorb)
In German
Rezeptiv
reh-tsep-TEEV
Don't Get Confused!
Looks like
Receptive
In English means: "Open to new ideas or suggestions"
Actually means
Rezeptiv
Receptive (able to receive or absorb)
Memory TipGerman 'rezeptiv' focuses on the 'ability to receive', while English 'receptive' often implies 'openness to suggestions'. It's about capacity, not necessarily willingness.
Example Sentences
Example Sentences- 1
Er ist sehr rezeptiv für neue Informationen.
He is very receptive to new information.
- 2
Die rezeptive Sprachentwicklung ist wichtig.
Receptive language development is important.
FAQ
How do you say "Receptive (able to receive or absorb)" in German?
"Receptive (able to receive or absorb)" in German is "Rezeptiv" (reh-tsep-TEEV). Example: Er ist sehr rezeptiv für neue Informationen..
