English–German

“generally” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/genəˈʁɛl/

Example

Das ist generell richtig.

That is generally true.

Illustration for generell (generally)

How to say “generally” in German

“Generally” in German is generell.

A single description applies across a field of cases without claiming that every detail is identical.

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

Example sentences with generell

generell betrachtet ist diese Regel nützlich.

In general terms, this rule is useful.

Tips for using generell

  • As an adverb, generell stays unchanged, while the related adjective takes endings before nouns, as in eine generelle Regel.

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