immerhin
after all · at least · least
Dieses Wort benutzt man, wenn man ausdrücken will, dass etwas wenigstens oder zumindest in einem gewissen Maß zutrifft, auch wenn es nicht perfekt ist.
The German word "immerhin" is an adverb meaning "after all," "at least," or "anyway." It combines "immer" (always) and "hin" (there), but here together they form a fixed expression rather than literal parts.
Similar words include:
- "wenigstens" (at least)
- "zumindest" (at least)
- "jedenfalls" (in any case)
Differences:
- "immerhin" often emphasizes a positive aspect despite negatives ("He didn’t win, but immerhin he tried").
- "wenigstens" and "zumindest" stress minimal expectation or consolation.
- "jedenfalls" stresses certainty or dismissal of alternatives ("In any case").
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Examples
Ich habe das Problem gelöst, immerhin.adverb
I solved the problem, after all.
Er kam spät, aber immerhin ist er jetzt hier.adverb
He came late, but at least he is here now.
Immerhin haben wir noch genug Zeit, um das Projekt zu beenden.adverb
After all, we still have enough time to finish the project.
Immerhin haben wir es versucht.adverb
After all, we tried.
Immerhin haben wir unser Bestes gegeben.adverb
After all, we have given our best.
Er kommt spät, aber immerhin kommt er.adverb
He is late, but at least he comes.
Die Prüfung war sehr schwer, aber ich habe immerhin bestanden.Word type unavailable
The exam was very difficult, but I passed after all.
Er hat zwar den Zug verpasst, aber immerhin wartet ein Freund auf ihn.Word type unavailable
He may have missed the train, but at least a friend is waiting for him.
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