offenbar
Translation
apparently, obviously, evident
Examples
Er ist offenbar krank.
He is apparently ill.
Sie haben den Zug offenbar verpasst.
They have apparently missed the train.
Das ist ein offenbarer Fehler.
That is an obvious mistake.
Grammar Patterns
(( )) apparently, evidently <adverb> Er will offenbar nicht kommen.
(( )) obvious, evident <adjective> Seine Absicht war offenbar.
Similar Words
Synonyms: anscheinend, offensichtlich; Antonyms: geheim
Etymology
From 'offen' (open) + suffix '-bar' (able to be) -> openly visible.
Memory Tips
Think 'open-bar' -> it is open and visible to everyone, so it's 'obvious' or 'apparent'.