German Conversation · Level 31
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German word
deutlich
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈdɔʏ̯tlɪç/
Meaning
- adjectiveclear
Example
Das ist ein deutliches Problem.
That is a clear problem.
More examples
Die Hinweise sind deutlich.
The clues are clear.
Core concept
A sharply outlined signal that stands out from its surroundings and leaves little room for doubt.
Common phrases
deutliche Hinweise
clear clues
einen deutlichen Unterschied
a clear difference
Similar words
klar: Expressed clearly enough to be heard and understood without strain.
verständlich: Presented in a way that makes the meaning easy to understand.
eindeutig: So unambiguous that no other interpretation is possible.
offensichtlich: So clear that the facts or appearance make it immediately apparent.
Definition in German
klar erkennbar; so, dass etwas leicht gesehen oder verstanden werden kann.
Word origin
Deutlich is formed from the verb deuten, meaning to interpret or point out, with the adjective-forming suffix -lich.
Usage tips
- With speech or sound, deutlich means clearly or audibly, so deutlich sprechen does not necessarily mean speaking loudly.
Other meanings
- obviousadjective
- noticeableadjective
Opposites
- mehrdeutigambiguousadjective
Related words
- Verdeutlichungclarificationnoun
- Deutlichkeitclaritynoun