allgemein
Translation
general, common, universal, in general
Examples
Das ist eine allgemeine Regel.
That is a general rule.
Im Allgemeinen bin ich zufrieden.
In general, I am satisfied.
Das ist allgemein bekannt.
That is commonly known.
Grammar Patterns
((as adjective)) general That is a general question.
((as adverb)) generally That is generally known.
Similar Words
Synonyms: generell, üblich; Antonyms: spezifisch, speziell
Etymology
From 'all' (all) and 'gemein' (common). Literally 'common to all'.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'all' people having something in 'common' ('gemein').