gemeinsam
German
Etymology
From Middle High German gemeinsam, from Old High German gimeinsam. Equivalent to gemein + -sam. Cognate with Dutch gemeenzaam.
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /ɡəˈmaɪnza(ː)m/
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Adjective
gemeinsam (strong nominative masculine singular gemeinsamer, not comparable)
Declension
Positive forms of gemeinsam (uncomparable)
Derived terms
Usage notes
- Gemeinsam can only be used of groups doing something together, not of things being put together in a place.
- Some speakers use this adverb freely in colloquial speech, but others may perceive it as formal or even slightly affected.
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