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jeweils
German → American English
American English
respectively
in each case; respectively; for each one
Die drei Produkte kosten 5, 10 und 15 Euro jeweils.Use jeweils to show that items in two or more lists or groups correspond one by one. It is not usually translated by a single word in English and often appears in formal writing, schedules, and explanations.
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Frequently asked questions
What does jeweils mean in English?
Jeweils usually means “respectively,” “each,” or “per” depending on context.
How do I use jeweils in a sentence?
Use jeweils when you want to assign something to each item or group one by one, for example: “Die Preise betragen 10, 15 und 20 Euro jeweils.”
Is jeweils the same as jedes?
No. Jedes means “each” or “every,” while jeweils often means “respectively” or “each in a given case.”
Can jeweils be translated literally?
Not always. In English it often becomes “respectively,” but sometimes “each,” “per,” or “apiece” is more natural.