German Conversation · Level 181
30 words
German word
nachdrücklich
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈnaːxˌdrʏklɪç/
Meaning
- adverbforcefully
Example
Der Lehrer hat die Schüler nachdrücklicher ermahnt.
The teacher admonished the students more forcefully.
More examples
Die Zeugin nachdrücklich beteuerte ihre Unschuld.
The witness forcefully asserted her innocence.
Core concept
A firm voice gives a request or warning enough weight to demand serious attention.
Common phrases
nachdrücklich beteuern
forcefully assert
nachdrücklich mahnen
forcefully warn
Similar words
ausdrücklich: In a way that makes an intention, requirement, or condition fully explicit.
nachdringlich: Persistently and forcefully, putting strong pressure on someone to act.
energisch: With vigorous energy and determined force in speech or action.
vehement: With fierce intensity and strong emotion, often in opposition to something.
Definition in German
Etwas besonders betont und entschlossen äußern.
Word origin
Nachdruck is related to nachdrücken, meaning to press on or press again, while -lich forms nachdrücklich, which also functions as an adverb.
Usage tips
- German uses nachdrücklich with verbs such as auffordern, bitten, and warnen, where English often chooses 'firmly' or 'strongly'.