geradeaus
straight ahead
Es bedeutet, sich direkt nach vorn zu bewegen, ohne abzubiegen.
The German word "geradeaus" is an adverb meaning "straight ahead" or "straightforward". It is composed of "gerade", meaning "straight" or "direct", and "aus", meaning "out" or "forth". "Geradeaus" is used to indicate a direction (to go straight ahead) or to describe someone's straightforward and direct manner.
Similar words in German include "direkt" (directly) and "vorwärts" (forward).
Differences:
- "Direkt" can mean both "straightforward" and "direct" in a more abstract sense, not necessarily tied to physical direction.
- "Vorwärts" specifically means "forward" indicating movement in a forward direction, but not necessarily in a straight line.
So "geradeaus" uniquely conveys both the sense of direction (not turning left or right) and a specific manner of behavior that is plain and honest.
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Examples
Fahren Sie geradeaus bis zur Kreuzung.adverb
Drive straight ahead to the intersection.
Gehen Sie geradeaus, um zum Park zu gelangen.adverb
Go straight ahead to get to the park.
Gehen Sie geradeaus, um zum Park zu kommen.adverb
Go straight ahead to get to the park.
Fahre geradeaus, bis du die Kirche siehst.adverb
Drive straight ahead until you see the church.
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