German word

amtlich

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈamtlɪç/

Meaning

  • adjectiveofficial

Example

Die amtliche Mitteilung ist angekommen.

The official notice has arrived.

Illustration for amtlich (official)

More examples

Bitte reichen Sie die amtlichen Angaben vollständig ein.

Please submit the official information in full.

Core concept

A government-issued form, notice, or ruling that counts as authoritative in official dealings.

Common phrases

  • amtliche Stelle

    official authority

  • amtlicher Bescheid

    official decision notice

  • amtliche Angaben

    official information

Similar words

offiziell: Officially approved or announced by an organization or its representative.
behördlich: Concerning government offices, administrative procedures, or official directives.
staatlich: Relating to the state, government institutions, or public affairs.
formell: Observing established forms, procedures, or rules of conduct.

Definition in German

Von einem Amt oder einer offiziellen Stelle herrührend; in rechtlicher oder formeller Hinsicht gültig.

Word origin

German adds -lich to Amt to form amtlich, literally describing something connected with an office or public authority.

Usage tips

  • Amtlich often modifies documents and records, whereas offiziell also describes general institutional announcements, events, or positions.

Other meanings

  • formaladjective

Opposites

Related words

  • Amtlichkeitofficial characternoun
  • Amtssiegelofficial sealnoun

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