English–German
“private” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/tsiˈviːl/
Example
Er arbeitet in einer zivilen Firma.
He works for a private company.
How to say “private” in German
“Private” in German is zivil.
A person or setting in ordinary public life, outside uniforms, official authority, and military structures.
Example sentences with zivil
Viele Menschen zeigen ziviles Engagement in ihrer Gemeinde.
Many people show civic engagement in their community.
Tips for using zivil
- Unlike privat, zivil often contrasts with military or official status, so zivile Kleidung usually means plain clothes rather than personally owned clothes.