Translation of German word "übrigens" to English
übrigens
Meaning
VerbUsed to introduce an incidental remark; by the way, incidentally.
How to use
übrigens ('by the way / incidentally / besides') is an adverb (not a verb). Used to introduce a parenthetical remark. Ich habe übrigens gestern angerufen — By the way, I called yesterday.
🇬🇧 English
by the way
Example
Übrigens, morgen ist Feiertag.
By the way, tomorrow is a holiday.
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Common phrases
- übrigens, ich komme mit— by the way, I'm coming along
- übrigens vielen Dank— by the way, thanks a lot
- das war übrigens toll— that was great, by the way
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What is the definition of the German word "übrigens"?▼
The German word "übrigens" is defined as: "Used to introduce an incidental remark; by the way, incidentally."
What does the German word "übrigens" mean?▼
The German word "übrigens" means "by the way" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "übrigens"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Übrigens, morgen ist Feiertag." (which translates as "By the way, tomorrow is a holiday.").
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