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gegebenenfalls

if necessary, if applicable

adverb ge-GAY-be-nen-fals Rare
Communication Expressions

Also means

as the case may be

Usage Note

Gegebenenfalls (abbreviated ggf.) is common in written German — especially in official, administrative, and professional texts — to indicate that something should be done only under certain conditions. It is more formal than falls nötig.

Examples

"Gegebenenfalls können Sie einen Arzt hinzuziehen."

Natural Translation

If necessary, you may consult a doctor.

Literal Translation

Given-cases-if can you a doctor call-in.

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