Dutch word schijnbaar comes from Dutch schijnen ((copulative) to appear, to seem. (ergative) to shine.), Dutch -baar (-able, indicates an action can be performed.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| schijnen | Dutch (nld) | (copulative) to appear, to seem. (ergative) to shine. |
| -baar | Dutch (nld) | -able, indicates an action can be performed. |
| schijnbaar | Dutch (nld) | Ostensible, apparent Seemingly, apparently. |