überdies
moreover
Es zeigt, dass noch etwas Weiteres dazu kommt. Es bedeutet auch: außerdem oder zusätzlich.
The German word "überdies" is an adverb that means "besides" or "moreover". It is used to introduce an additional piece of information or to provide further emphasis on a point already made. This word conveys a sense of addition in a discussion.
Similar words in German include "außerdem" (also), "zudem" (furthermore), and "darüber hinaus" (beyond that).
The difference lies in usage:
- "außerdem" is commonly used in conversational German.
- "zu dem" can sometimes imply a slightly more formal or structured context.
- "darüber hinaus" tends to be used for formal writing or contexts requiring precision.
"Überdies" has a slightly more literary or formal tone compared to these alternatives.
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Examples
Überdies erlaubt die Situation kein Zögern.adverb
Moreover, the situation allows for no hesitation.
Überdies war er ganz überzeugt von der Idee.adverb
Moreover, he was completely convinced of the idea.
Überdies wirkte das Hotelzimmer sehr gemütlich auf uns.adverb
Moreover, the hotel room seemed very cozy to us.
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