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, mandatory
Etymology
Composed of un- (not) + verbindlich (binding), related to the verb verbinden (to bind, connect). So, 'not connecting' or 'not binding'.
Memory Tips
An 'unverbindlich' conversation is casual, it doesn't 'bind' you to a future meeting or action.