offensichtlich
Translation
obvious, apparent, evident
Examples
Der Fehler war offensichtlich.
The mistake was obvious.
Er hat offensichtlich gelogen.
He obviously lied.
Grammar Patterns
sth. is obvious The mistake was obvious.
Similar Words
Synonyms: klar, eindeutig, augenscheinlich; Antonyms: unklar, versteckt
Etymology
From 'offen' (open) + 'sichtlich' (visible). Literally means 'openly visible'.
Memory Tips
Think of something that is 'open' for all to 'see' ('sicht'). It's obviously there.