ADVERB

bestens/ˈbɛstn̩s/very well; perfectly; excellently

bestens is a German adverb that means very well, perfectly, or excellently. It is pronounced /ˈbɛstn̩s/.

Definitions

1.very well; in the best possible way; perfectly(emphasizing quality or suitability)

a.in an optimal or excellent manner

Mir geht es bestens, danke der Nachfrage.—I'm doing very well, thanks for asking.

b.fully; completely (e.g. informed, prepared)

Sie ist bestens auf die Prüfung vorbereitet.—She is perfectly prepared for the exam.

Frequently asked questions

What does "bestens" mean in English?
"bestens" means very well, perfectly, or excellently. It is a German adverb.
How do you pronounce "bestens"?
"bestens" is pronounced /ˈbɛstn̩s/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "bestens"?
"bestens" is a adverb in German.

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