obendrein
on top of that · moreover
Zusätzlich zu allem anderen; noch extra dazu.
The German word "obendrein" is an adverb that means "on top of that", "in addition", or "besides".
- It is made up of "oben" (meaning "above" or "on top") and "drein", a dialectal variant related to "darin" (meaning "in it" or "included").
Similar words:
- außerdem (besides, moreover)
- zusätzlich (additionally)
- noch dazu (on top of that)
Difference:
While all express addition, "obendrein" often has a conversational, slightly informal tone and emphasizes an extra or unexpected addition, sometimes with a slight colloquial flavor. "Außerdem" is more neutral and formal, suitable for written language.
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Examples
Er hat gut gekocht, und obendrein hat er auch das Geschirr gespült.adverb
He cooked well, and on top of that, he also did the dishes.
Sie hat den Bericht rechtzeitig abgegeben und obendrein einen Bonus bekommen.adverb
She submitted the report on time and moreover received a bonus.
Das Hotel war günstig und obendrein sehr sauber.adverb
The hotel was inexpensive and moreover very clean.
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