adverb

stets

always

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The German word "stets" is an adverb meaning "always" or "constantly". It indicates something that happens continuously or without exception over time.

Similar words:

  • immer (always)
  • ständig (constantly)
  • dauernd (continually)

Difference:

  • stets is often more formal or literary than immer.
  • ständig and dauernd can imply persistence and sometimes annoyance, while stets is generally neutral.

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Examples

Sie ist stets pünktlich.adverb

She is always punctual.

Ich bin stets pünktlich.adverb

I am always punctual.

Er ist stets freundlich zu seinen Kollegen.adverb

He is always friendly towards his colleagues.

Sie schreibt stets sauber und ordentlich.adverb

She always writes neatly and tidily.

Er bleibt stets auf dem Laufenden.adverb

He always stays up to date.

Er ist stets zuverlässig.adverb

He is always reliable.

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