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nämlich

namely

adverb NAYM-likh Rare
Communication Expressions

Also means

you see

Usage Note

nämlich introduces an explanation or specification, like namely or you see. It usually sits after the verb, never first in the clause: Ich kann nicht, ich bin nämlich krank. It justifies the preceding statement.

Examples

"Wir müssen los, der Zug fährt nämlich gleich."

Natural Translation

We have to go, you see the train leaves soon.

Literal Translation

We must off, the train leaves namely soon.

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