Translation of German word "ebenfalls" to English
ebenfalls
/ˈeːbənˌfalts/
Meaning
Conjunctionand in addition.
How to use
The adverb ebenfalls ('likewise / also / as well') is used to express agreement or return a wish (Schönes Wochenende! – Danke, ebenfalls! — Have a nice weekend! – Thanks, likewise!). Note: the source metadata mistakenly lists this as a conjunction, but it is an adverb. It is a more formal synonym of auch.
🇬🇧 English
also
Example
Jeder hatte Eier zum Frühstück, aber Alice hatte auch Toast.
Everyone had eggs for breakfast, but Alice also had toast.
Auch das richtige Lernen erfordert Zeit und Übung.
Learning properly also requires time and practice.
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Common phrases
- Danke, ebenfalls!— Thanks, likewise! / Same to you!
- ebenfalls wichtig— likewise important / also important
- ist ebenfalls vorhanden— is likewise available / present
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What is the definition of the German word "ebenfalls"?▼
The German word "ebenfalls" is defined as: "and in addition."
What does the German word "ebenfalls" mean?▼
The German word "ebenfalls" means "also" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "ebenfalls"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "ebenfalls"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich gehe auch ins Kino." (which translates as "Everyone had eggs for breakfast, but Alice also had toast.").
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