ADJECTIVE
übertrieben/ˌyːbɐˈtʁiːbn̩/exaggerated; excessive; over the top
übertrieben is a German adjective that means exaggerated, excessive, or over the top. It is pronounced /ˌyːbɐˈtʁiːbn̩/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "übertriebener" and "übertriebensten".
Definitions
1.exaggerated or excessive in degree(description, evaluation)
a.describes something as being more extreme or pronounced than appropriate or realistic
Die Forderungen des Chefs sind völlig übertrieben.—The boss's demands are completely exaggerated.
b.used of behavior, actions, or emotions that are too strong or dramatic
Ihre Reaktion war ein bisschen übertrieben.—Her reaction was a bit over the top.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | übertrieben |
|---|---|
| Comparative | übertriebener |
| Superlative | übertriebensten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "übertrieben" mean in English?
- "übertrieben" means exaggerated, excessive, or over the top. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "übertrieben"?
- "übertrieben" is pronounced /ˌyːbɐˈtʁiːbn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "übertrieben"?
- The comparative of "übertrieben" is "übertriebener" and the superlative is "übertriebensten".
- What part of speech is "übertrieben"?
- "übertrieben" is a adjective in German.
