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“emphasis” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈnaːxˌdʁʊk/

Example

Er sprach mit großem Nachdruck.

He spoke with great emphasis.

Illustration for Nachdruck (emphasis)

How to say “emphasis” in German

“Emphasis” in German is Nachdruck.

A strong press applied again: to words it makes a point forceful, and to a book it produces another edition.

Full entry for Nachdruck: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Nachdruck

Der Anwalt forderte mit Nachdruck eine Fristverlängerung.

The lawyer strongly demanded an extension of the deadline.

Tips for using Nachdruck

  • In the fixed phrase mit Nachdruck, the noun usually means emphatic insistence rather than a reprint.

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