unverbindlich
Translation
non-binding, without obligation, casual
Examples
Das Angebot ist unverbindlich.
The offer is non-binding.
Er machte nur eine unverbindliche Zusage.
He only made a non-committal promise.
Grammar Patterns
sth. is non-binding (something) is non-binding This offer is non-binding.
a non-binding inquiry a non-binding inquiry I made a non-binding inquiry.
Similar Words
Synonyms: non-binding, casual; Antonyms: binding, obligatory
Etymology
From un- (not) + verbindlich (binding), from the verb verbinden (to bind, connect). Literally 'not binding'.
Memory Tips
Think 'un-bind-lich'. An 'unverbindlich' offer doesn't 'bind' you to anything. It's without obligation.