lediglich
Er hat lediglich eine Stunde Zeit.
He only has one hour of time.
Used to emphasize that something is limited or minimal, often with a sense of restriction or limitation.
Sie hat lediglich fünf Minuten gebraucht, um das Problem zu lösen.
She only needed five minutes to solve the problem.
Das ist lediglich eine vorübergehende Lösung.
This is merely a temporary solution.
Often used to downplay the significance of something or to indicate that something is the bare minimum.
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Pro Tip
Emphasizing Limitation
Use 'lediglich' to emphasize that something is minimal or limited, often to downplay its significance.
Word Origin
Derived from the adjective 'ledig' (free, clear) with the suffix '-lich', forming an adverb that emphasizes limitation or restriction.
Usage Notes
Often used in formal or neutral contexts to indicate that something is minimal or limited. Can sometimes sound dismissive if overused.