German word

eindringlich

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈaɪ̯nˌdʁɪŋlɪç/

Meaning

  • adjectiveurgent

Example

Sie bat eindringlich um Hilfe.

She urgently appealed for help.

Illustration for eindringlich (urgent)

More examples

Der Arzt warnte eindringlich vor den Risiken.

The doctor warned urgently about the risks.

Core concept

A serious appeal presses through to the listener and demands attention now.

Common phrases

  • eindringlich um Hilfe bitten

    urgently ask for help

  • mit eindringlichem Ton

    in an urgent tone

  • eindringliche Aufforderung

    urgent request

Similar words

nachdrücklich: Stating a demand or position firmly and with clear emphasis.
inständig: Making an earnest, heartfelt plea for help or action.
dringend: Needing a prompt response to prevent a serious problem.

Definition in German

Eine Bitte, ein Appell oder eine Aussage, die ernst und nachdrücklich vorgetragen wird und auf sofortige Aufmerksamkeit zielt.

Word origin

The adjective comes from German "eindringen" ("to penetrate") with the suffix "-lich", extending physical penetration to an insistent manner.

Usage tips

  • With "bitten", "warnen", or "appellieren", "eindringlich" signals strong insistence and can sound pressuring rather than merely polite.

Other meanings

  • compellingadjective
  • penetratingadjective

Opposites

  • gelassencalmadjective
  • nebensächlichunimportantadjective

Related words

  • Eindringlichkeiturgencynoun
  • eindringendpenetratingadjective

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