German Conversation · Level 160
30 words
German word
beträchtlich
Pronunciation
IPA/bəˈtrɛçtlɪç/
Meaning
- adverbconsiderably
Example
Das hat mir beträchtlich geholfen.
That helped me considerably.
More examples
Die Ausgaben sind beträchtlich gestiegen.
The expenses have risen substantially.
Core concept
A noticeably substantial share, degree, or impact rather than a minor change.
Common phrases
beträchtlich gestiegen
rose substantially
beträchtlich mehr
significantly more
beträchtlich verbessern
make a substantial improvement
Similar words
sehr: To a very high degree or with strong intensity.
ziemlich: To a fairly high degree, noticeably above a moderate level.
deutlich: To a clearly noticeable degree, with an evident difference or change.
erheblich: To a significant degree, with an important effect or amount that cannot be ignored.
Definition in German
drückt aus, dass etwas in erheblichem Maße vorhanden ist oder wirkt
Word origin
The adjective beträchtlich comes from the verb betrachten plus -lich, with its modern sense developing from the notion of something that merits attention.
Usage tips
- As an adverb, beträchtlich stays unchanged, but its adjective form takes normal endings, as in ein beträchtlicher Unterschied.