Parallel Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Parallel" is mainly used as adjective meaning "parallel", "in parallel" or "simultaneously". It is also used as adverb.

Essential properties of "parallel"

Its most important properties are:

Meanings of "parallel" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Extending in the same direction, equidistant"

"Parallel", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die beiden parallelen Linien treffen sich nie.The two parallel lines never meet.
  2. Wir müssen die Regale parallel zur Wand aufstellen.We need to place the shelves parallel to the wall.
  3. Die Straßen in dieser Stadt verlaufen meist parallel zueinander.The streets in this city mostly run parallel to each other.

2.) "Simultaneously, in parallel"

"Parallel", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die beiden Projekte laufen parallel.The two projects are running in parallel.
  2. Wir arbeiten parallel an verschiedenen Aufgaben.We are working on different tasks simultaneously.
  3. Die Veranstaltungen finden parallel statt.The events are taking place concurrently.
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