vertraulich
Translation
confidential, private, familiar, intimate
Examples
Diese Information ist streng vertraulich.
This information is strictly confidential.
Wir hatten ein vertrauliches Gespräch.
We had a private conversation.
Er ist sehr vertraulich mit seinem Chef.
He is on very familiar terms with his boss.
Grammar Patterns
to treat ((sth.)) confidentially Please treat this matter confidentially.
to be on familiar terms with ((sb.)) He is on very familiar terms with his boss.
Similar Words
Synonyms: geheim (secret), diskret (discreet); Antonyms: öffentlich (public)
Etymology
From `vertrauen` (to trust) + the adjective suffix `-lich`. It means 'worthy of trust'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'vertrauen' (to trust). Something 'vertraulich' is something you can trust to be kept secret.