ADJECTIVE

vorübergehend/foˈʁyːbɐˌɡeːənt/temporary; transitory; provisional

vorübergehend is a German adjective that means temporary, transitory, or provisional. It is pronounced /foˈʁyːbɐˌɡeːənt/.

Definitions

1.lasting only a limited period of time; not permanent(duration)

a.existing or taking place for a short time

Die Störung ist nur vorübergehend und wird bald behoben.The disruption is only temporary and will soon be resolved.

b.not intended to last; provisional

Er hat eine vorübergehende Anstellung als Lehrer gefunden.He found a temporary position as a teacher.

Adjective Forms

Positivevorübergehend

Frequently asked questions

What does "vorübergehend" mean in English?
"vorübergehend" means temporary, transitory, or provisional. It is a German adjective.
How do you pronounce "vorübergehend"?
"vorübergehend" is pronounced /foˈʁyːbɐˌɡeːənt/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "vorübergehend"?
"vorübergehend" is a adjective in German.

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