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mehrsprachig

multilingual

adjective MAYR-shpra-khig Rare
Communication Language

Also means

polyglot

Usage Note

mehrsprachig describes a person or document that uses or is produced in multiple languages. It is the adjective derived from Mehrsprachigkeit (multilingualism), a positive trait emphasised in EU language policy.

Examples

"In Brüssel ist mehrsprachiges Auftreten im Berufsleben unerlässlich."

Natural Translation

In Brussels, multilingual communication is indispensable in professional life.

Literal Translation

In Brussels is multilingual appearance in professional-life indispensable.

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