generic in German

generic in German is allgemein, generisch, typisch — generic means applying broadly to a whole class or category rather than one specific item; not brand-specific.

generic in German

allgemein

adj

Lacking in precision, often in an evasive fashion; vague; imprecise.

generisch

adj

Lacking in precision, often in an evasive fashion; vague; imprecise.

typisch

adj

Lacking in precision, often in an evasive fashion; vague; imprecise.

Generikum

adj

(of a product or drug) Not having a brand name; nonproprietary in design or contents; fungible with the rest of its class.

artmäßig

adj

(of a product or drug) Not having a brand name; nonproprietary in design or contents; fungible with the rest of its class.

arttypisch

adj

(of a product or drug) Not having a brand name; nonproprietary in design or contents; fungible with the rest of its class.

gattungsmäßig

adj

(of a product or drug) Not having a brand name; nonproprietary in design or contents; fungible with the rest of its class.

generisch

adj

(computing, of procedures) Written so as to operate on any data type, the type required being passed as a parameter.

What does "generic" mean?

adj Applying broadly to a whole class or category rather than one specific item; not brand-specific.
"Ask the pharmacist whether a generic tablet is available instead of the branded one."
adj Lacking any distinctive or original qualities; bland and unoriginal.
"The speech was so generic that it could have suited any company at all."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

generic in a sentence

Ask the pharmacist whether a generic tablet is available instead of the branded one.
She bought the generic version of the medicine to save money.
The speech was so generic that it could have suited any company at all.
I found the hotel room generic, with no personality or charm.

Similar words in German

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Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "generic" in German?

"generic" in German is allgemein, generisch, typisch. generic means: Applying broadly to a whole class or category rather than one specific item; not brand-specific.

How do you use "generic" in a sentence?

Example: "Ask the pharmacist whether a generic tablet is available instead of the branded one." In German, "generic" is allgemein, generisch, typisch.

Are there other ways to say "generic" in German?

Yes — German has 7 translations listed for "generic": allgemein, generisch, typisch, Generikum, artmäßig, arttypisch.

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