offensichtlich
obvious · obviously
Etwas, das klar erkennbar oder leicht zu verstehen ist.
The German word "offensichtlich" is an adjective or adverb meaning "obvious" or "evident". It comes from the noun "Offen" (open) and the suffix "-sichtlich", related to "sicht" meaning "sight" or "view". So literally, it means "openly visible".
Similar words:
- deutlich (clear)
- erkennbar (recognizable)
- offenbar (apparent)
Differences:
- offensichtlich focuses on something clearly visible or evident without doubt.
- deutlich stresses clarity, often in communication or visual aspects.
- erkennbar refers more to something perceptible or identifiable.
- offenbar is often used for things that seem true or appear to be the case but may not be fully confirmed.
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Examples
Es ist offensichtlich, dass er lügt.adjective
It is obvious that he is lying.
Offensichtlich hat sie den Termin vergessen.adverb
Obviously, she forgot the appointment.
Das Ergebnis ist offensichtlich unerwartet.adverb
The result is obviously unexpected.
Seine Freude war offensichtlich, als er den Preis entgegennahm.adjective
His joy was obvious when he accepted the prize.
Die Lösung erscheint offensichtlich.adjective
The solution appears obvious.
Ihr Missverständnis war offensichtlich.adjective
Her misunderstanding was obvious.
Offensichtlich hat er den Zug verpasst.adverb
Obviously he missed the train.
Offensichtlich wurde das Fenster geöffnet.adverb
Obviously, the window was opened.
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