ADVERB
nämlich/ˈnɛːmlɪç/namely; that is (to say); because
nämlich is a German adverb that means namely, that is (to say), or because. It is pronounced /ˈnɛːmlɪç/.
Definitions
1.used to give a reason or clarify something mentioned before(explanation/clarification)
a.namely; specifically clarifying a detail
Ich habe nur einen Schlüssel, nämlich den Haustürschlüssel.—I only have one key, namely the front door key.
b.to give a reason or explanation for something previously stated
Ich kann heute nicht kommen, ich bin nämlich krank.—I can't come today; I'm sick, you see.
Frequently asked questions
- What does "nämlich" mean in English?
- "nämlich" means namely, that is (to say), or because. It is a German adverb.
- How do you pronounce "nämlich"?
- "nämlich" is pronounced /ˈnɛːmlɪç/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What part of speech is "nämlich"?
- "nämlich" is a adverb in German.
