English–German

“outwardly” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈɔʏ̯sɐlɪç/

Example

Er wirkt äußerlich ruhig, obwohl er nervös ist.

Outwardly, he seems calm, although he is nervous.

Illustration for äußerlich (outwardly)

How to say “outwardly” in German

“Outwardly” in German is äußerlich.

A first impression shows the visible layer of a situation, not its full reality.

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

Example sentences with äußerlich

Die Uhr ist äußerlich intakt, doch innen fehlen Teile.

The clock is outwardly intact, but parts are missing inside.

Tips for using äußerlich

  • English 'apparently' can suggest that a claim may be false, whereas äußerlich focuses on visible or external appearance.

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