adverb
anbei
attached
The German word "anbei" is an adverb meaning "enclosed," "attached," or "with this," typically used in written communication to indicate that something (like a document or file) is included along with the message.
It consists of two parts:
- "an" (a preposition meaning "at" or "on")
- "bei" (a preposition meaning "by" or "near")
Together, "anbei" conveys something accompanying or enclosed with the main content.
Similar words:
- "beiliegend" (enclosed, attached)
- "eingeschlossen" (included, enclosed)
- "mitgesendet" (sent along with)
Difference:
- "Anbei" is more commonly used as a brief adverb in formal or business correspondence.
- "Beiliegend" and "eingeschlossen" often appear in formal letters or legal texts and sometimes imply physical inclusion.
- "Mitgesendet" emphasizes that something was sent together, often electronically.
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Examples
Anbei finden Sie das Dokument.adverb
Attached you will find the document.
Anbei finden Sie alle Informationen zum Thema.adverb
Attached you will find all the information on the topic.
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