adjectiveadverb

zusätzlich

additional · additionally

Etwas kommt noch dazu, es ist mehr als vorher da war.

Definition & meaning

The word zusätzlich is an adjective and adverb that means "additional," "extra," or "supplementary." It refers to something that is added to what is already present or to an existing amount.

  1. Adjective: Used to describe an item or quantity that comes on top of the original set (e.g., "additional costs").
  2. Adverb: Used to describe an action that is performed in addition to something else (e.g., "additionally, we should consider...").

Grammar & Word origin

Grammar: As an adjective, zusätzlich follows standard declension rules when it precedes a noun (e.g., ein zusätzlicher Vorteil). As an adverb, it remains indeclinable.

Word origin: The word is a compound composed of two parts:

  • zu-: A prefix that can denote addition or movement towards something.
  • sätzlich: Derived from the noun Satz , which in this context relates to the concept of a "set" or "addition/placement." It is closely linked to the verb zusetzen , meaning "to add" or "to set in addition to."

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

  • mehr (more)
  • ergänzend (supplementary)
  • weiterhin (furthermore)
  • hinzukommend (incoming/additional)
  • extra (extra)

Antonyms:

  • fehlend (missing)
  • grundlegend (fundamental/basic - in the context of being the sole source)
  • abzüglich (minus/deducted)

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Examples

Ich habe zusätzliches Geld gespart.adjective

I have saved additional money.

Eine zusätzliche Decke liegt auf dem Bett.adjective

An additional blanket lies on the bed.

Zusätzlich zu den Hauptgerichten gibt es eine Auswahl an Beilagen.adverb

In addition to the main courses, there is a selection of side dishes.

Zusätzliche Informationen sind auf der Webseite verfügbar.adjective

Additional information is available on the website.

Zusätzlich zu dem Hauptgericht gibt es eine Beilage.adverb

In addition to the main course, there is a side dish.

Zusätzliche Informationen sind im Buch zu finden.adjective

Additional information can be found in the book.

Zusätzlich zu den Kosten müssen wir die Lieferzeit beachten.adverb

In addition to the costs, we must consider the delivery time.

Zusätzliche Informationen sind im Anhang zu finden.adjective

Additional information can be found in the appendix.

Für diesen Kurs brauchen wir zusätzliches Material.adjective

For this course, we need additional material.

Zusätzlich geben wir euch Tipps.adverb

Additionally, we give you tips.

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