selbstverständlich

The German word "selbstverständlich" is an adjective and adverb that translates to "obvious," "self-evident," or "of course." It is a compound word made from "selbst" (self) and "verständlich" (comprehensible or understandable).

Similar words in German include:

• "offensichtlich" (obvious, evident)
• "kLar" (clear)
• "natürlich" (naturally, of course)

Differences:

• "Offensichtlich" emphasizes visibility or clear evidence of something.
• "Klar" means clear or obvious, but in a straightforward sense.
• "Natürlich" conveys that something is natural, normal, or expected, and often implies a spontaneous element.

"Selbstverständlich" specifically signifies something so clear that it needs no explanation, often implying societal norms or universally accepted truths.