geheim
Translation
secret, confidential, covert
Examples
Das ist eine geheime Information.
That is secret information.
Wir müssen dieses Treffen geheim halten.
We have to keep this meeting secret.
Grammar Patterns
a secret ((...)) ein geheim((es)) Treffen
to keep ((sth.)) secret etwas geheim halten
Similar Words
Synonyms: vertraulich, verborgen; Antonyms: öffentlich, bekannt
Etymology
From Middle High German 'geheime', meaning 'belonging to the house'. It's related to 'Heim' (home), implying things that are kept within the home.
Memory Tips
Think 'go home' for 'ge-heim'. Secrets are things you only discuss at home.