vielfach

manifold; multiple times; in many ways

adjective FEEL-fakh Rare

Also means

multiple (mathematics)

Usage Note

vielfach can be used attributively (vielfache Gelegenheit) or adverbially (vielfach erprobt, tested many times). In maths a Vielfaches is a multiple of an integer.

Examples

"Das Produkt wurde vielfach ausgezeichnet."

Natural Translation

The product has received many awards.

Literal Translation

The product was awarded manifold.

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