Sämmliche

Sämmliche is a German adjective that translates to "all" or "entire" in English. It is used to indicate that something encompasses every single part or member of a group. For example, "sämmtliche Fenster" means "all the windows," and "sämmtliche Gäste" means "all the guests." The word is derived from the Middle High German "samentlich," which also conveys the meaning of entirety. While "sämmtliche" is a valid German word, it is considered somewhat archaic or formal and is less commonly used in everyday spoken German compared to alternatives like "alle" or "gesamte." However, it can still be found in literature, formal writing, and specific regional dialects. Its usage emphasizes a complete and exhaustive collection, leaving no exceptions. The pronunciation of "sämmtliche" involves a distinct "ä" sound, similar to the 'e' in "bed," followed by an "mm" sound, and ending with the "liche" suffix.