ADVERB
geradezu/ɡəˈʁaːdət͡suː/almost; literally; virtually
geradezu is a German adverb that means almost, literally, or virtually. It is pronounced /ɡəˈʁaːdət͡suː/.
Definitions
1.almost; virtually; practically (emphasizes a strong or extreme case)(intensification)
a.(expresses that something is very much so, almost to the point of being something else)
Das ist geradezu unglaublich!—That is almost unbelievable!
2.literally; really (emphasizes strong affirmation)(emphasis, literally)
a.(used to underline a statement as entirely accurate or absolute)
Er ist geradezu besessen von seiner Arbeit.—He is literally obsessed with his work.
Frequently asked questions
- What does "geradezu" mean in English?
- "geradezu" means almost, literally, or virtually. It is a German adverb.
- How do you pronounce "geradezu"?
- "geradezu" is pronounced /ɡəˈʁaːdət͡suː/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What part of speech is "geradezu"?
- "geradezu" is a adverb in German.
