Example: Die beiden Ereignisse fanden gleichzeitig in der Geschichte statt.
Definition
"Gleichzeitig" is an adverb meaning occurring or existing at the same time. It describes events or actions that happen simultaneously, as in the example phrase where two historical events took place together in time.
Translations
simultaneous
simultáneo
gelijktijdig
simultani
simultané
Etymology
The word "gleichzeitig" comes from German, combining "gleich" meaning 'same' or 'equal' and "zeitig" related to 'time.' It literally means 'same time.' Did you know? This compound reflects the German love for precision and clarity in describing temporal relations.
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