Translation of German word "allgemein" to English
allgemein
/ˈalɡəmiːn/
Meaning
AdjectiveIncluding or involving every part or member of a given or implied entity, whole, etc.; common to all, universal.
How to use
allgemein ('general / universal / common / commonly') is an adjective and adverb. Allgemeine Geschäftsbedingungen (AGB) — Terms and conditions. Im Allgemeinen — In general.
🇬🇧 English
general
Example
Die Stadt ist allgemein bekannt.
The city is generally known.
Er spricht allgemein über die Wetterlage.
He speaks generally about the weather.
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- allgemein bekannt— commonly known / common knowledge
- im Allgemeinen— in general / generally speaking
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The German word "allgemein" is defined as: "Including or involving every part or member of a given or implied entity, whole, etc.; common to all, universal."
What does the German word "allgemein" mean?▼
The German word "allgemein" means "general" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Er spricht allgemein über die Wetterlage." (which translates as "The city is generally known.").
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