ADVERB

offenbar/ˈɔfn̩baːɐ̯/obviously; apparently; evidently

offenbar is a German adverb that means obviously, apparently, or evidently. It is pronounced /ˈɔfn̩baːɐ̯/.

Definitions

1.it turns out or appears (based on evidence or observation)(manner, inference)

a.clearly, obviously, as can be seen

Er hat offenbar vergessen, uns Bescheid zu sagen.—He obviously forgot to let us know.

b.apparently, as it seems (not necessarily certain)

Offenbar hat der Zug Verspätung.—Apparently the train is delayed.

Frequently asked questions

What does "offenbar" mean in English?
"offenbar" means obviously, apparently, or evidently. It is a German adverb.
How do you pronounce "offenbar"?
"offenbar" is pronounced /ˈɔfn̩baːɐ̯/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "offenbar"?
"offenbar" is a adverb in German.

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