common sense

• Gesunder Menschenverstand; die Fähigkeit, in praktischen Dingen vernünftig und besonnen zu urteilen, ohne dass dafür besondere Fachkenntnisse nötig sind.

Sound and prudent judgment based on a simple perception of the situation or facts, rather than specialized knowledge or training.

1. Practical judgmentB1formal

   Sound and prudent judgment based on a simple perception of the situation or facts.

   Gesunder Menschenverstand

   • It's just common sense to look both ways before crossing the street.
   • She used her common sense to solve the problem quickly.
   • Common sense tells you not to touch a hot stove.