really in German
really in German is wirklich, (ach) ja?, echt? — really means in actual fact; truly, as opposed to seeming or claiming to be so.
really in German
wirklich
(ach) ja?
(informal) Indicating surprise at, or requesting confirmation of, some new information; to express skepticism.
echt?
(informal) Indicating surprise at, or requesting confirmation of, some new information; to express skepticism.
tatsächlich?
(informal) Indicating surprise at, or requesting confirmation of, some new information; to express skepticism.
wirklich?
(informal) Indicating surprise at, or requesting confirmation of, some new information; to express skepticism.
sag bloß
(informal, sarcastic, typically exaggerated question.) Indicating that what was just said was obvious and unnecessary; contrived incredulity
was Sie nicht sagen
(informal, sarcastic, typically exaggerated question.) Indicating that what was just said was obvious and unnecessary; contrived incredulity
was du nicht sagst
(informal, sarcastic, typically exaggerated question.) Indicating that what was just said was obvious and unnecessary; contrived incredulity
wirklich
(informal, chiefly, US) Indicating affirmation, agreement.
absolut
(informal, chiefly, US) Indicating affirmation, agreement.
auf jeden Fall
(informal, chiefly, US) Indicating affirmation, agreement.
echt
(informal, chiefly, US) Indicating affirmation, agreement.
in der Tat
(informal, chiefly, US) Indicating affirmation, agreement.
stimmt
(informal, chiefly, US) Indicating affirmation, agreement.
also wirklich
(informal) Indicating displeasure at another person's behaviour or statement.
What does "really" mean?
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adv In actual fact; truly, as opposed to seeming or claiming to be so.
"Is it really true that he quit his job?"
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adv Used before an adjective or verb to mean "very" or "very much."
"That was a really long flight."
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intj Used on its own to express surprise, disbelief, or a request for confirmation.
""They're getting married." "Really?""
really in a sentence
- Is it really true that he quit his job?
- She really did finish the marathon in under four hours.
- That was a really long flight.
- I really appreciate your help today.
Similar words in German
Common German translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "really" in German?
"really" in German is wirklich, (ach) ja?, echt?. really means: In actual fact; truly, as opposed to seeming or claiming to be so.
How do you use "really" in a sentence?
Example: "Is it really true that he quit his job?" In German, "really" is wirklich, (ach) ja?, echt?.
Are there other ways to say "really" in German?
Yes — German has 14 translations listed for "really": wirklich, (ach) ja?, echt?, tatsächlich?, wirklich?, sag bloß.
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