Adjective
parallel
Pronunciation: /paʁaˈleːl/
parallel
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Meanings
Adjective
- parallel
- serving the same purpose, leading to the same result
Example sentence
Die beiden Straßen verlaufen parallel zum Fluss.
The two streets run parallel to the river.
Usage
- parallel zu + Dativ — parallel to something
- parallel dazu — alongside that; also used for simultaneous activities
Der Radweg verläuft parallel zur Bahnlinie.
The cycle path runs parallel to the railway line.