loyal

loyal, faithful

adjective lo-YAHL Rare

Origin: from French loyal, Latin legalis

Also means

steadfast in allegiance

Usage Note

Loyal is used in German just as in English, especially in professional or institutional contexts: ein loyaler Mitarbeiter is a reliable, supportive team member. It is slightly more formal than treu and usually describes lasting commitment to a person or organisation.

Examples

"Trotz interner Konflikte blieb er seinem Vorgesetzten loyal."

Natural Translation

Despite internal conflicts he remained loyal to his superior.

Literal Translation

Despite internal conflicts he remained to his superior loyal.

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