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confidential
German → American English
American English
confidential
Nicht öffentlich; nur für einen begrenzten Personenkreis bestimmt.
Please keep this information confidential.Use this adjective for information, documents, or conversations that should not be shared publicly. In German, it often appears as 'vertraulich' in formal contexts and on labels such as 'vertrauliche Informationen'.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “confidential” mean in German?
It usually means “vertraulich” in German.
How do you say “confidential information” in German?
You say “vertrauliche Informationen” or “vertrauliche Daten.”
Is “confidential” used in everyday German?
It is understood, but in German people usually prefer “vertraulich” in everyday and formal writing.