figuratively in German
figuratively in German is figürlich, bildlich — figuratively means in a symbolic or metaphorical way, rather than exactly as the words state.
figuratively in German
figürlich
(manner) In a figurative manner.
bildlich
(manner) In a figurative manner.
What does "figuratively" mean?
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adv In a symbolic or metaphorical way, rather than exactly as the words state.
"She was, figuratively speaking, on top of the world after the win."
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figuratively in a sentence
- She was, figuratively speaking, on top of the world after the win.
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What is "figuratively" in German?
"figuratively" in German is figürlich, bildlich. figuratively means: In a symbolic or metaphorical way, rather than exactly as the words state.
How do you use "figuratively" in a sentence?
Example: "She was, figuratively speaking, on top of the world after the win." In German, "figuratively" is figürlich, bildlich.
Are there other ways to say "figuratively" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "figuratively": figürlich, bildlich.
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