eigenständig
Translation
independent, autonomous, self-reliant, separate
Examples
Sie ist eine eigenständige Frau.
She is an independent woman.
Er ist ein eigenständiger Künstler.
He is an independent artist.
Das ist ein eigenständiges Projekt.
This is a separate project.
Er arbeitet sehr eigenständig.
He works very independently.
Grammar Patterns
predicative: ((Subject)) + to be + eigenständig (is independent) The child is already very independent.
attributive: eigenständig- + ((ending)) + ((Noun)) (an independent...) She has an independent opinion.
Similar Words
Synonyms: independent, autonomous; Antonyms: dependent (abhängig), reliant
Etymology
From 'eigen' (own) and 'ständig' (standing). Literally 'own-standing' or 'standing on its own'.
Memory Tips
Picture something 'standing on its own' two feet, not needing support. 'Eigen' sounds like 'own'.