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generally in German

generally in German is im Allgemeinen, allgemein, gewöhnlich — generally means usually or in most cases; as a rule.

generally in German

im Allgemeinen
adv
Popularly or widely.
allgemein
adv
Popularly or widely.
gewöhnlich
adv
Popularly or widely.
überhaupt
adv
As a rule; usually; typically; in most cases.
hauptsächlich
adv
As a rule; usually; typically; in most cases.
üblicherweise
adv
As a rule; usually; typically; in most cases.
allgemein
adv
Without reference to specific details.
generell
adv
Without reference to specific details.

What does "generally" mean?

  1. adv Usually or in most cases; as a rule.
    "I generally walk to work unless it is pouring with rain."
  2. adv Without getting into specific details; broadly speaking.
    "I can only describe the problem generally, because the details are still unclear."
  3. adv Widely, among most people or in most places.
    "It is generally believed that regular sleep helps children learn."
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generally in a sentence

  • I generally walk to work unless it is pouring with rain.
  • Traffic is generally lighter on weekends.
  • I can only describe the problem generally, because the details are still unclear.
  • Generally, the course was useful, though a few lessons felt too long.

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What is "generally" in German?
"generally" in German is im Allgemeinen, allgemein, gewöhnlich. generally means: Usually or in most cases; as a rule.
How do you use "generally" in a sentence?
Example: "I generally walk to work unless it is pouring with rain." In German, "generally" is im Allgemeinen, allgemein, gewöhnlich.
Are there other ways to say "generally" in German?
Yes — German has 7 translations listed for "generally": im Allgemeinen, allgemein, gewöhnlich, überhaupt, hauptsächlich, üblicherweise.
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