ADJECTIVE
offiziell/ɔfiˈt͡si̯ɛl/official; formal
offiziell is a German adjective that means official or formal. It is pronounced /ɔfiˈt͡si̯ɛl/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "offizieller" and "offiziellsten".
Definitions
1.from or authorized by an authority, formally recognized(authority/procedure)
a.pertaining to being sanctioned or acknowledged by an organization or authority
Die Veranstaltung wurde von der Stadt offiziell genehmigt.—The event was officially approved by the city.
2.in a formal, proper manner, as expected in official settings(manner/style)
a.fulfilling formal requirements; following set rules or forms
Bitte tragen Sie bei offiziellen Anlässen einen Anzug.—Please wear a suit at official occasions.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | offiziell |
|---|---|
| Comparative | offizieller |
| Superlative | offiziellsten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "offiziell" mean in English?
- "offiziell" means official or formal. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "offiziell"?
- "offiziell" is pronounced /ɔfiˈt͡si̯ɛl/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "offiziell"?
- The comparative of "offiziell" is "offizieller" and the superlative is "offiziellsten".
- What part of speech is "offiziell"?
- "offiziell" is a adjective in German.
