Im Wesentlichen
Example: Im Wesentlichen basiert der Bericht auf den neuesten Forschungsergebnissen.
Definition
"Im Wesentlichen" is an adverbial phrase used to indicate that something is true or accurate in the main or most important aspects, though not necessarily in every detail. It means 'essentially' or 'fundamentally,' often summarizing the core idea or basis of a statement.
Translations
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essentially -
esencialmente -
in wezen -
essencialment -
essentiellement
Etymology
The phrase "im Wesentlichen" comes from the German word "Wesen," meaning 'essence' or 'being,' combined with the suffix '-lich,' which forms adjectives, and the preposition 'im,' a contraction of 'in dem' meaning 'in the.' Together, "im Wesentlichen" literally means 'in the essential' or 'in the essence.' Did you know? This phrase reflects the philosophical roots of German language, emphasizing the core nature of things.
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