respektive
Translation
respectively, or, or rather
Examples
Die Sieger erhielten Gold, Silber respektive Bronze.
The winners received gold, silver, and bronze, respectively.
Wir fahren nach Berlin, respektive in die Nähe von Berlin.
We're driving to Berlin, or rather, near Berlin.
Grammar Patterns
((A)), ((B)) respektive ((C)) A, B, and C, respectively Die Sieger erhielten Gold, Silber respektive Bronze.
((Statement 1)), respektive ((Statement 2)) 1, or rather, 2 Wir fahren nach Berlin, respektive in die Nähe von Berlin.
Similar Words
Synonyms: beziehungsweise (or, respectively), oder (or)
Etymology
From Latin 'respectivus' (relative). It's related to the concept of 'respecting' or 'regarding' something.
Memory Tips
It functions like 'respectively' to link corresponding items in lists. It can also mean 'or rather' to clarify something.