konstruktive
Translation
constructive
Examples
Wir hatten eine konstruktive Diskussion.
We had a constructive discussion.
Das sind konstruktive Vorschläge.
These are constructive suggestions.
Grammar Patterns
to find ((sth.)) constructive to find something constructive I find your criticism constructive.
Similar Words
Synonyms: aufbauend (building up), förderlich (conducive), positiv (positive); Antonyms: destruktiv (destructive), hinderlich (obstructive)
Etymology
From Latin 'construere' (to build up), from 'con-' (together) and 'struere' (to build).
Memory Tips
Think of 'constructing' a good idea or a building. It's about building something positive.