professionell
Translation
professional
Examples
Ein professionelles Auftreten ist wichtig.
A professional appearance is important.
Sie sucht professionelle Hilfe.
She is looking for professional help.
Er arbeitet sehr professionell.
He works very professionally.
Grammar Patterns
((professionell)) + Noun (professional) ... He has professional tools.
Subject + to be + ((professionell)) ... is (professional) Her work is very professional.
((professionell)) + Verb (professionally) ... She solved the problem professionally.
Similar Words
Synonyms: beruflich, fachmännisch; Antonyms: amateurhaft, unprofessionell
Etymology
From Latin 'professio' (public declaration, occupation). Cognate with the English word 'professional'.
Memory Tips
It's almost identical to the English word 'professional' in both spelling and meaning, making it very easy to remember.