Meaning 1neutral · 82%
Dependable enough that a person, thing, or piece of information can be trusted.
Natural examples
Unsere Nachbarin ist eine verlässliche Betreuung für die Kinder.
Our neighbor is a reliable caregiver for the children.
Für die Planung brauchen wir verlässliche Wetterdaten.
We need reliable weather data for planning.
Der Bus ist selbst im Winter ziemlich verlässlich.
The bus is quite dependable even in winter.
Usage note
Verlässlich can describe people, equipment, agreements, or information. It forms regular comparative and superlative forms.
Mini-lesson: verlässlich
Dependable enough that a person, thing, or piece of information can be trusted. Verlässlich can describe people, equipment, agreements, or information. It forms regular comparative and superlative forms.
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