gebräuchlich
common
Etwas, das viele Menschen oft nutzen oder sagen, weil es im Alltag normal ist.
The German word "gebräuchlich" is an adjective meaning "common," "customary," or "usual."
- It is derived from the noun "Gebrauch", which means "use" or "usage."
- The suffix “-lich” turns the noun into an adjective, indicating something related to or characterized by.
Similar words:
- üblich (usual, customary)
- ** vertraut** (familiar)
- allgemein (general)
Differences:
- gebräuchlich emphasizes what is commonly used or accepted in practical terms.
- üblich focuses more on common customs or habits, sometimes with a normative aspect.
- vertraut suggests familiarity, often on a personal or subjective level.
- allgemein is broader, meaning general or widespread, and not limited to usage.
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Examples
Das Wort ist sehr gebräuchlich im täglichen Gebrauch.adjective
The word is very common in daily use.
Solche Redewendungen sind sehr gebräuchlich im Alltag.adjective
Such expressions are very common in everyday life.
Diese Redewendung kommt ganz oft vor und bleibt gebräuchlich.adjective
This idiom occurs very often and remains common.
Sind diese Fachbegriffe heutzutage noch gebräuchlich?adjective
Are these technical terms still common nowadays?
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