English–German

“supposed” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/fɛɐ̯ˈmaɪ̯ntlɪç/

Example

Die vermeintliche Expertin äußerte keine Meinung.

The supposed expert expressed no opinion.

Illustration for vermeintlich (supposed)

How to say “supposed” in German

“Supposed” in German is vermeintlich.

A claimed title hangs over a person while the evidence behind it remains uncertain.

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

Example sentences with vermeintlich

Die vermeintliche Gefahr erwies sich als unbegründet.

The supposed danger proved to be unfounded.

Tips for using vermeintlich

  • Vermeintlich usually signals the speaker's doubt, whereas angeblich more directly presents information as someone else's claim.

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