This is the 6988th most frequent German word.
floskel
A "Floskel" is a cliché, empty phrase, or formulaic expression lacking substantive meaning.
Floskel is used here to describe a general concept of a cliché or platitude.
Eine Floskel ist eine oft verwendete, inhaltsleere Ausdrucksform.
A cliché is a commonly used, contentless form of expression.
Floskel is used to refer to instances of such clichés within spoken language.
Manche Menschen verwenden zu viele Floskeln in ihren Gesprächen.
Some people use too many clichés in their conversations.
Floskel exemplifies an empty phrase used for formalities, lacking true inquiry.