unverbindlich
Translation
non-binding, without obligation, casual, vague
Examples
Ich mache Ihnen ein unverbindliches Angebot.
I am making you a non-binding offer.
Das war nur ein unverbindliches Gespräch.
That was just a casual conversation.
Grammar Patterns
unverbindlich + Noun (attributive) I'll make you ein unverbindliches Angebot (a non-binding offer).
sein + unverbindlich (predicative) The conversation was völlig unverbindlich (completely non-binding).
Similar Words
Synonyms: casual, informal; Antonyms: binding, obligatory
Etymology
From the prefix un- (not) + verbindlich (binding). Derived from verbinden (to bind, connect). Literally 'not binding'.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'un-binding' agreement. It doesn't legally 'bind' or connect you to any obligation.