möglichst
possible · as possible · as ... as possible
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The German word "möglichst" is an adverb derived from the adjective "möglich" which means "possible".
It translates to "as...as possible" or "preferably", expressing the aim to achieve something to the greatest extent or under the best conditions possible.
Similar words or phrases:
- "am besten" (best)
- "idealerweise" (ideally)
- "wenn möglich" (if possible)
Difference:
"möglichst" emphasizes striving or aiming for the maximum extent or best outcome ("beim Packen möglichst leicht"), whereas "am besten" is a superlative meaning "best" directly. "Idealerweise" is more about ideal situations, and "wenn möglich" conditions the statement on possibility itself.
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Examples
Kommen Sie möglichst früh zum Treffen.adverb
Come as early as possible to the meeting.
Bitte erledige die Aufgaben möglichst genau.adverb
Please complete the tasks as accurately as possible.
Er soll das Zimmer möglichst schnell aufräumen.adverb
He is supposed to clean up the room as quickly as possible.
Mach es möglichst schnell.adverb
Do it as quickly as possible.
Ich habe versucht, das Problem möglichst einfach zu erklären.adverb
I tried to explain the problem as simply as possible.
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