Translation of German word "besonders" to English
besonders
/bəsɔndɐ/
Meaning
VerbIn a special manner; specially.
How to use
besonders ('especially / particularly / exceptionally') is an adverb (not a verb). Besonders im Sommer ist es schön — It is beautiful especially in summer. Besonders gut — Especially good.
🇬🇧 English
especially
Example
Ich bin besonders froh, dass ich zu Hause bin.
I am especially happy to be home.
Besonders die Kinder sind sehr glücklich.
Especially the children are very happy.
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Common phrases
- besonders wertvoll— especially valuable / precious
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of the German word "besonders"?▼
The German word "besonders" is defined as: "In a special manner; specially."
What does the German word "besonders" mean?▼
The German word "besonders" means "especially" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "besonders"?▼
You can hear the correct audio pronunciation of the word "besonders" by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich bin besonders froh, dass ich zu Hause bin." (which translates as "I am especially happy to be home.").
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