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“confidential” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/fɛɐ̯ˈtʁaʊ̯lɪç/

Example

Die vertrauliche Nachricht darf nicht geteilt werden.

The confidential message must not be shared.

Illustration for vertraulich (confidential)

How to say “confidential” in German

“Confidential” in German is vertraulich.

A sealed message meant to stay within a trusted circle.

Full entry for vertraulich: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with vertraulich

Der Bericht enthält vertrauliche Informationen.

The report contains confidential information.

Tips for using vertraulich

  • Vertraulich is common as a formal label on documents or messages, while privat more broadly describes personal matters or nonpublic life.

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