universell

/univɛˈʁɛl/
adjectiveIntermediate
general

Applicable or valid in all cases or for all purposes; not limited to a specific context or domain.

Das System ist universell und kann in verschiedenen Branchen verwendet werden.

The system is universal and can be used in various industries.

Universelle Grundrechte gelten für alle Menschen.

Universal human rights apply to all people.

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Often used to describe technologies, principles, or concepts that are broadly applicable without restriction.

Collocations

universell einsetzbaruniversally applicableuniverselle Lösunguniversal solutionuniverselle Grundrechteuniversal human rights

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💡Pro Tip

Technical vs. General Use

'Universell' can describe both broad applicability (e.g., universal rights) and technical compatibility (e.g., universal adapters). Context determines the nuance.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the Latin 'universalis,' meaning 'of or belonging to all,' via French 'universel.'

📝Usage Notes

In technical contexts, 'universell' often emphasizes compatibility or adaptability across different systems or environments.

Word Breakdown

univers-
all, whole
root
+
-ell
of or relating to
suffix
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