unzertrennlich
inseparable
Describes people who have a very close relationship and are almost always together.
EXAMPLE
Seit dem Kindergarten sind die beiden Freundinnen unzertrennlich.
The two friends have been inseparable since kindergarten.
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Meanings
unzertrennlich
inseparable
Describes two or more things or concepts that are so closely connected that they cannot be separated from each other.
EXAMPLE
In seiner Philosophie sind Theorie und Praxis unzertrennlich miteinander verbunden.
In his philosophy, theory and practice are inseparably linked.
Usage tips
Word structure
The word is made up of several parts: the prefix 'un-' negates the adjective 'zertrennlich' (separable). 'Zertrennlich' in turn comes from the verb 'trennen' (to separate) with the prefix 'zer-' (apart). Literally, it therefore means 'not able to be separated apart'.
EXAMPLE
Die beiden Schwestern sind einfach unzertrennlich.
The two sisters are simply inseparable.
Typical collocations
When referring to people, 'unzertrennlich' (inseparable) is almost always used to describe a very close friendship or partnership. Typical combinations are 'unzertrennliche Freunde' (inseparable friends) or 'ein unzertrennliches Paar' (an inseparable couple).
EXAMPLE
Seit ihrer Kindheit gelten sie als unzertrennliche Freundinnen.
Since childhood, they have been considered inseparable friends.
Use for concepts
For abstract ideas, 'unzertrennlich' (inseparable) is often combined with the phrases 'miteinander verbunden' (connected to each other) or 'zusammengehören' (to belong together). It emphasizes that two concepts cannot be considered in isolation from each other.
EXAMPLE
Für den Philosophen waren Freiheit und Verantwortung unzertrennlich miteinander verbunden.
For the philosopher, freedom and responsibility were inseparably linked.
Compare with
unzertrennlich vs untrennbar
inseparable
Both words can describe a very close relationship between people. Unzertrennlich particularly emphasizes that the people are almost always together, while untrennbar highlights the close connection more generally and can also be used for abstract relationships. For people who spend their lives constantly together, unzertrennlich is usually the better choice.
unzertrennlich
Seit der Schulzeit sind Anna und Lea unzertrennlich und verbringen fast jede freie Stunde zusammen.
Anna and Lea have been inseparable since school and spend almost every free hour together.
untrennbar
Für Anna und Lea sind Freundschaft und Vertrauen untrennbar miteinander verbunden.
For Anna and Lea, friendship and trust are inseparably connected.
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