B2AbstractAdjective

umfassend

comprehensive/extensive

/ˈʊmfasn̩t/

An adjective meaning 'comprehensive' or 'extensive', covering all aspects.

Example Sentences

Wir brauchen eine umfassende Reform.

We need a comprehensive reform.

Der Bericht ist sehr umfassend.

The report is very comprehensive.

Er hat umfassende Erfahrung im Bereich IT.

He has extensive experience in IT.

Confusing 'umfassend' with 'umfangreich'

✅ Both mean 'extensive' but 'umfassend' = all-encompassing, 'umfangreich' = large in volume

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