mündlich
oral · verbal
Etwas, das mit dem Sprechen oder der Stimme getan oder weitergegeben wird, nicht durch Schreiben.
The German word "mündlich" is an adjective that means "oral" or "verbal". It is derived from the noun "Mund," which means "mouth." "Mündlich" is used to refer to communication or expressions that are spoken, as opposed to written communication.
Similar words in German include "schriftlich" (written) and "aussprache" (pronunciation, speaking). The key difference is that "mündlich" specifically refers to anything that is communicated verbally, whereas "schriftlich" pertains to words conveyed in writing.
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Examples
Sie führen eine mündliche Prüfung durch.adjective
They are conducting an oral examination.
Die Prüfung wird mündlich abgehalten.adverb
The exam will be conducted orally.
Seine Zusage gab er uns mündlich.adverb
He gave us his promise verbally.
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