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gemeinsam
/ɡəˈmaɪ̯nʃaːm/
together
Wir haben gemeinsam an dem Projekt gearbeitet.
We worked on the project together.
general
Shared by or involving two or more people or groups; done or experienced together.
Sie haben eine gemeinsame Vision für die Zukunft.
They share a common vision for the future.
Die Entscheidung wurde gemeinsam getroffen.
The decision was made jointly.
Often used to emphasize cooperation, shared responsibility, or mutual experience.
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Common Usage
'Gemeinsam' is often used with verbs like 'arbeiten' (work), 'entscheiden' (decide), or 'erreichen' (achieve) to emphasize collaboration.
Gold Rule
Noun vs. Adjective
While 'Gemeinsamkeit' (noun) exists, 'gemeinsam' is almost always used as an adjective.
Word Origin
From Middle High German 'gemeinsam', from Old High German 'gimeinsam', from 'gimein' (common) + '-sam' (suffix indicating state or condition).
Usage Notes
Can be used both literally (physical togetherness) and figuratively (shared ideas, goals, or responsibilities).
Word Breakdown
gemein
common, shared
root-sam
state or condition of
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