universal

ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːsəl
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Adjective

1.

all-purpose

useful for many different purposes
  • A universal remote can control various devices.Eine universelle Fernbedienung kann verschiedene Geräte steuern.
2.

worldwide

existing or applicable everywhere
  • The internet has become a universal tool for communication.Das Internet ist zu einem universellen Kommunikationsmittel geworden.

Noun

1.

general applicability

something that is applicable everywhere or in all cases
das Universale Allgemeingültigkeit fUniversalität
  • The concept of gravity is a universal in physics..Das Konzept der Schwerkraft ist ein Universale in der Physik.
2.

culture

characteristic common to all humans
Universelles Merkmal universelle Eigenschaft universelles Charakteristikum
  • Language is considered a universal among humans.Sprache wird als ein universelles Merkmal unter Menschen betrachtet.
3.

linguistics

TECH.
linguistic rule found in all languages
TECH.
Universal
  • Subject-verb agreement is a universal in languages.Subjekt-Verb-Übereinstimmung ist ein Universal in den Sprachen.
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Expressions with universal: examples in English and translations in German

universelle Anziehungskraft
allgemeine Beliebtheit
The movie has universal appeal across all age groups.
Weltsprache
internationale Sprache
English often serves as a universal language in business.
Bildung für alle
allgemeiner Bildungszugang
Universal education is seen as essential for reducing long-term poverty.
allgemeine Gesundheitsversorgung
universelle Gesundheitsversorgung
Universal health care is a goal in many countries.
Allgemeine Maskenpflicht
Universal masking was enforced in all public transport.
universeller Wert
Equality is a universal value in many cultures.

Synonyms and analogies of universal in English

Examples of universal in a sentence

  • She bought a universal charger for her gadgets.
  • Music is a universal language that connects people.
  • The need for love is universal across cultures.
  • The universal truth is that change is constant.
  • Astronomers study universal phenomena to understand the cosmos.
  • Clean water should be a universal benefit.
Universal
ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsəl
Noun

organization

US
American film and theme park company founded in 1912
US
Universal Universal Pictures
  • Universal released the movie last summer.Universal hat den Film letzten Sommer veröffentlicht.

Expressions with Universal: examples in English and translations in German

Universal Technical Institute
He enrolled in Universal Technical Institute to become an automotive technician.
Koordinierte Weltzeit
Coordinated Universal Time is used in aviation schedules.
Universal Product Code
The cashier scanned the Universal Product Code at checkout.
USB
I plugged the keyboard into the Universal Serial Bus port.
Universal Media Disc
The game is available on a Universal Media Disc.
Universal Time 1
The event will be broadcast at 15:00 Universal Time 1.

Translations of "universal" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Adjective
universaladj.

The language of flowers is universal, poetic and delicate.

Die Sprache der Blumen ist universal, poetisch und leicht.

universelladj.

This makes it so useful and universal for every modern person.

Dies macht es so nützlich und universell für jeden modernen Menschen.

universelleadj.

Mourning is a universal experience that can transcend cultural differences.

Trauer ist eine universelle Erfahrung, die kulturelle Unterschiede überbrücken kann.

allgemeinadj.

And their arguments are not only universal, but really quite childish.

Ihre Äußerungen sind nicht nur allgemein, sondern wirklich ganz kindisch.

allgemeineadj.

Whether pineapple belongs on pizza is a matter of opinion, not universal truth.

Ob Ananas auf eine Pizza gehört, ist eine Frage der Meinung, keine allgemeine Wahrheit.

allgemeingültigadj.

Nevertheless, there are a few factors that are regarded as universal.

Nichtsdestotrotz gibt es sicherlich ein paar Faktoren, die allgemeingültig sind.

weltweitadj.

That is why our call for protection for children must be universal.

Aus diesem Grund muß unsere Forderung nach Kinderschutz weltweit gelten.

allumfassendadj.

That is, the propositions about it are not always true and universal.

Das bedeutet, daß die Lehrsätze darüber nicht immer wahr und allumfassend sind.

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Other translations for universal:

  • allgemein gültigadj.
  • allseitigadj.
  • Welt-adj.

universal: Examples and translations in context

That is a universal command that holds equally for each one.

Das ist eine universale Forderung, die für jeden gleich gilt.

This religion is vulnerable because it is not a universal faith.

Diese Religion ist verletzlich, weil sie kein universaler Glaube ist.

Clapping is a universal sign of approval and excitement at events.

Applaus ist ein universales Zeichen von Anerkennung und Aufregung bei Veranstaltungen.

The bags with the "universal bridge system" feature fit everywhere.

Die Taschen mit dem "Universal Bridge System" passen überall hin.

Durable and convenient accessory to the universal design and color.

Langlebig und leicht zu verwenden Zubehör mit Universal Design und Farbe.

Every cultural product is universal, most of all, art.

Jedes kulturelle Schaffen ist universal, am meisten die Kunst.

At universal design, the focus is the benefit for all users.

Beim Universal Design geht es um den Nutzen aller Anwender.

The grim reaper is a universal symbol of death in many cultures.

Der Sensenmann ist in vielen Kulturen ein universelles Symbol des Todes.

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