No. 1,559 in German
gegenseitig
Mutual or reciprocal.
In a sentence
Wir helfen uns gegenseitig bei unseren Aufgaben.
We help each other with our tasks.
In this sentence, 'gegenseitig' is used to describe mutual assistance between the subjects.
Die Abkommen fördern eine gegenseitige Zusammenarbeit zwischen den Ländern.
The agreements promote mutual cooperation between the countries.
Here, 'gegenseitig' emphasizes the reciprocity in the collaboration described.
Unsere Gespräche waren von gegenseitigem Respekt geprägt.
Our conversations were characterized by mutual respect.
In this context, 'gegenseitig' underlines the shared respect exhibited by both parties.
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