gegenseitig
Translation
mutual, reciprocal, each other
Examples
Gegenseitiges Vertrauen ist sehr wichtig.
Mutual trust is very important.
Wir müssen uns gegenseitig helfen.
We have to help each other.
Die Vorteile sind gegenseitig.
The benefits are mutual.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective)) ((before a noun)) mutual ... Mutual respect is the basis.
((as a reciprocal adverb)) ((each other)) ... + Verb They support each other.
Similar Words
Synonyms: wechselseitig, reziprok; Antonyms: einseitig
Etymology
From 'gegen' (toward) + 'Seite' (side). The idea is an action going from one side to the other and back.
Memory Tips
Think of 'gegen' as 'against' or 'facing' and 'Seite' as 'side'. Two sides facing each other are in a mutual relationship.