German Conversation · Level 34
74 words
German word
ausführlich
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈaʊ̯sˌfyːɐ̯lɪç/
Meaning
- adverbin detail
Example
Er hat das Problem ausführlich erklärt.
He explained the problem in detail.
More examples
Der Lehrer beantwortete die Fragen ausführlich.
The teacher answered the questions in detail.
Core concept
A subject is unfolded fully, so its parts, reasons, and consequences can be followed without major gaps.
Common phrases
Fragen ausführlich beantworten
answer questions in detail
etwas ausführlich erklären
explain something in detail
Similar words
detailliert: Giving a clear account that includes all relevant details.
genau: Reporting facts or figures with exact accuracy.
gründlich: Examining a subject carefully and leaving no important point unaddressed.
kurz: Expressing the essential points in very few words.
Definition in German
mit vielen Einzelheiten versehen; umfassend und genau dargestellt
Word origin
Ausführlich derives from ausführen with -lich; the underlying idea of carrying something out or unfolding it supports its sense of extended explanation.
Usage tips
- The adverb ausführlich is written in lowercase, while the related adjective takes normal endings, as in eine ausführliche Erklärung.