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German Phrase

Mir ist Freundlichkeit echt wichtig.

/miːɐ̯ ɪst ˈfʁɔʏntlɪçkaɪt ɛçt ˈvɪçtɪç/
Meaning"Friendliness is really important to me."
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Meaning

This sentence expresses a personal value using the dative case 'mir' to indicate the person for whom the quality is important. The word 'echt' serves as an intensifier to emphasize the sincerity of the statement.

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When to use

Use this phrase when discussing your values, character traits you look for in others, or your expectations in a professional or personal relationship. It is common in interviews, first dates, or team-building exercises.

✦Grammar Breakdown

MiristFreundlichkeitechtwichtig

1

Dative Pronoun 'Mir'

The pronoun 'mir' is in the dative case because the importance is directed toward the speaker.

2

Adjective Position

The adjective 'wichtig' (important) typically comes at the end of the clause in this construction.

🗨In Conversation

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Was ist dir bei einem Kollegen am wichtigsten?

What is most important to you in a colleague?

Mir ist Freundlichkeit echt wichtig.

Friendliness is really important to me.

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✕Common Mistakes

  • Ich bin Freundlichkeit echt wichtig.

    In German, expressing that something is important to you requires the dative 'mir ist' rather than 'ich bin'.

↔Alternatives

  • Freundlichkeit bedeutet mir viel.

    Friendliness means a lot to me.

  • Ich lege großen Wert auf Freundlichkeit.

    I place great value on friendliness.

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Cultural Tip

While German culture is often associated with 'Direktheit' (directness), 'Freundlichkeit' remains a highly regarded social lubricant. Explicitly stating this value is a polite way to encourage a positive atmosphere without being overly demanding.