Translation of German word "persönlich" to English
persönlich
Meaning
AdjectivePertaining to persons (human beings as opposed to things or animals).
How to use
persönlich ('personal / in person / personalized') is an adjective/adverb. Persönlicher Brief — Personal letter. Ich werde das persönlich klären — I will clarify that in person.
🇬🇧 English
personal
Example
Das ist meine persönliche Meinung.
That is my personal opinion.
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Common phrases
- persönlich nehmen— to take personally
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What is the definition of the German word "persönlich"?▼
The German word "persönlich" is defined as: "Pertaining to persons (human beings as opposed to things or animals)."
What does the German word "persönlich" mean?▼
The German word "persönlich" means "personal" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "persönlich"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Das ist meine persönliche Meinung." (which translates as "Example sentence for persönlich.").
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