Halbwissen

German (Berlin)

/ˈhalpˌvɪsn̩/

noun
Definitions
  • (deprecative) superficial knowledge, especially that of an autodidact who overestimates their own proficiency

Etymology

Affix from German halb (half, semi-) + German Wissen (knowledge).

Origin

German (Berlin)

Wissen

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knowledge

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