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Alibi
German → American English
American English
alibi
Nachweis, dass jemand zur Tatzeit an einem anderen Ort war; auch: vorgeschobene Ausrede.
Er hatte für die Tatzeit ein wasserdichtes Alibi.„Alibi“ is usually used in legal or detective contexts. In everyday speech, people often use it for a believable excuse, but that can sound informal or suspicious.
Frequently asked questions
What does „Alibi“ mean in German?
„Alibi“ means an alibi, especially a proof or explanation that someone was elsewhere when something happened.
How do you say „alibi“ in German?
The German word is also „Alibi“.
Is „Alibi“ masculine or feminine in German?
„Alibi“ is neuter: das Alibi.
Can „Alibi“ also mean excuse in German?
Yes, in informal use it can mean a weak excuse, but the main meaning is a legal or factual alibi.