Meaning of the German Word "Heimlich"

heimlich

surreptitiously

In a secret, stealthy way.

Example Sentence

Sie reichte heimlich während des Unterrichts eine Notiz an ihre Freundin weiter.

Other Meanings of This Word

In a way that is kept hidden from others.

B1Adverb

Kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of.

C2Adjective

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Definition: In a secret, stealthy way.

Word Information

What is the CEFR level of the word "heimlich"?

C2

What grammatical category does "heimlich" have?

Adverb

Which vocabulary topic does "heimlich" belong to?

Abstract