English–German

“seriously” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈɛɐ̯nsthaft/

Example

Sagst du das ernsthaft?

Are you saying that seriously?

Illustration for ernsthaft (seriously)

How to say “seriously” in German

“Seriously” in German is ernsthaft.

Words or actions carry real weight, with no playful or pretend layer.

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

Example sentences with ernsthaft

Er arbeitet ernsthaft an dem Projekt.

He is working seriously on the project.

Tips for using ernsthaft

  • As a standalone question, "Ernsthaft?" often checks whether a surprising statement is genuine or expresses disbelief.

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