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übergangsweise

transitionally, on a temporary basis

adverb UE-ber-gangs-vai-zuh Rare
Time Time Expressions

Also means

as an interim measure

Usage Note

übergangsweise signals that an arrangement is only temporary until a permanent solution is found. Übergangsweise übernimmt er die Aufgabe = 'he takes on the task on a transitional basis'. Common in administrative and organisational language.

Examples

"Übergangsweise arbeitet sie im Homeoffice."

Natural Translation

She is working from home on a temporary basis.

Literal Translation

Transitionally works she in the home-office.

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