belated in German
belated in German is verspätet, säumig — belated means happening later than it should have, or after the expected or proper time.
belated in German
verspätet
Later in relation to the proper time something should have happened.
säumig
Later in relation to the proper time something should have happened.
What does "belated" mean?
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adj Happening later than it should have, or after the expected or proper time.
"She sent a belated birthday card two weeks after the date."
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belated in a sentence
- She sent a belated birthday card two weeks after the date.
- He offered a belated apology for missing the meeting.
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What is "belated" in German?
"belated" in German is verspätet, säumig. belated means: Happening later than it should have, or after the expected or proper time.
How do you use "belated" in a sentence?
Example: "She sent a belated birthday card two weeks after the date." In German, "belated" is verspätet, säumig.
Are there other ways to say "belated" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "belated": verspätet, säumig.
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