allerdings
however
Dieses Wort benutzt man, um etwas zu bestätigen oder einzuschränken. Es bedeutet so viel wie 'aber' oder 'tatsächlich'.
Definition & meaning
The word "allerdings" is a versatile adverb in German with two primary functions:
- Confirmation or Agreement: It is frequently used to mean "certainly," "indeed," "of course," or "undoubtedly." In this context, it serves as an emphatic way to agree with a statement or to confirm a fact.
- Example: "Hast du das gemacht?" – "Allerdings!" (Did you do that? – Certainly!)
- Concession or Restriction: It is used to introduce a limitation or a reservation to a previous statement, similar to "however," "though," "admittedly," or "mind you." In this sense, it acknowledges a point before adding a contradicting or qualifying thought.
- Example: "Das Wetter ist schön, allerdings ist es sehr windig." (The weather is nice; however, it is very windy.)
Grammar & Word origin
Grammatically, "allerdings" functions as an adverb. It does not inflect.
The word is a compound of the Middle High German phrase "aller dinge," which literally translates to "of all things." Historically, it evolved from an adverbial genitive construction meaning "in every respect" or "of all things," which eventually shifted in meaning toward "completely" and subsequently developed into the modern meanings of confirmation or limitation.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms (for confirmation):
Synonyms (for limitation):
Antonyms:
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Examples
Allerdings müssen wir uns beeilen.adverb
However, we need to hurry.
Allerdings müssen wir früher ankommen.adverb
However, we must arrive earlier.
Das Wetter ist gut, allerdings könnte es später regnen.adverb
The weather is good, however, it could rain later.
Er ist klein, allerdings sehr stark.adverb
He is small, however very strong.
Allerdings war die Tür schon verschlossen.adverb
However, the door was already locked.
Allerdings fühlt sie sich heute ganz anders.adverb
However, she feels completely different today.
Er hat viel gelernt, allerdings reicht das für die Prüfung nicht.Word type unavailable
He has learned a lot, however that is not enough for the exam.
Ich habe die Aufgabe verstanden, allerdings war sie ziemlich schwer.Word type unavailable
I understood the task, however it was quite difficult.
Wir wollten gestern spazieren gehen, allerdings hat es stark geregnet.Word type unavailable
We wanted to go for a walk yesterday, however it rained heavily.
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