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exclusively / only
Only; with the exception of everything or everyone else. Emphasizes that a statement applies only to the thing or person mentioned.
Diese Veranstaltung ist ausschließlich für geladene Gäste.
This event is exclusively for invited guests.
The word is made up of 'aus' (out) and 'schließen' (to close). The meaning 'nur' (only) or 'exklusiv' (exclusive) comes from the idea of 'auszuschließen' (to exclude) all other possibilities or leaving them outside.
Der Rabatt gilt ausschließlich für Neukunden.
The discount applies exclusively to new customers.
When 'ausschließlich' (excluding) is used as a preposition, it requires the genitive. This form is rather formal and is often found in contracts, invoices, or official offers.
Der angegebene Preis versteht sich ausschließlich der Mehrwertsteuer.
The stated price is understood to be excluding VAT.
As an adverb (meaning: only), 'ausschließlich' can stand flexibly in the sentence. As a preposition (meaning: excluding), it stands directly before a noun phrase in the genitive.
Wir verkaufen ausschließlich Produkte aus der Region.
We sell exclusively products from the region.
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'nur' and 'ausschließlich' both mean that everything else is excluded. 'nur' is the simple, everyday word and fits in many situations. 'ausschließlich' sounds stronger and often more formal. It is often used when you want to say clearly and precisely that there is no exception, for example in rules, notices, or official information. The difference in meaning is small, but the tone is different: 'nur' sounds normal, while 'ausschließlich' sounds more precise and factual.
Im Zug ist dieser Bereich morgen ausschließlich für Reisende mit Reservierung.
On the train, this area will be exclusively for passengers with reservations tomorrow.
Die Ärztin gab mir nach dem Gespräch nur ein leichtes Schmerzmittel.
After the consultation, the doctor gave me only a mild painkiller.