jeglich
any
The German word "jeglich" is a determiner/adjective meaning "any", "every", or "all kinds of". It stems from the root word "jeg-", related to terms indicating "each" or "every".
Similar words:
- jegene (old variant, less common)
- irgendwelche (any kind of)
- alle (all)
- jede(r) (each, every)
Differences:
- jeglich is more formal or literary, often used in written text.
- irgendwelche is more colloquial and less precise, emphasizing randomness.
- alle/jede(r) are more common in everyday speech, specifying all or each individually.
In summary, jeglich has a universal, inclusive nuance often used in formal contexts.
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Examples
Sie vermeiden jeglichen Kontakt mit unbekannten Personen.determiner
They avoid any contact with unknown persons.
Der Lehrer beantwortete jegliche Fragen der Schüler geduldig.determiner
The teacher patiently answered any questions of the students.
Er entfernt jeglichen Schmutz aus dem Zimmer.determiner
He removes any dirt from the room.
Jegliche Störungen wurden sofort gemeldet.determiner
Any disturbances were reported immediately.
Die Regeln verbieten jegliches Essen im Klassenzimmer.determiner
The rules forbid any food in the classroom.
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