German word

spielend

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʃpiːlənt/

Meaning

  • adverbeasily

Example

Sie bestand die Prüfung spielend.

She passed the exam easily.

Illustration for spielend (easily)

More examples

Er löste die Aufgabe spielend.

He solved the task easily.

Core concept

A high hurdle cleared with the relaxed movements of someone at play.

Common phrases

  • eine Aufgabe spielend lösen

    solve a task easily

  • den Alltag spielend bewältigen

    manage everyday life easily

  • eine Diskussion spielend führen

    conduct a discussion easily

Similar words

leicht: With little effort or preparation needed.
mühelos: With almost no effort or strain.
problemlos: Without problems or obstacles.
ohne Weiteres: Readily, without hesitation or added conditions.

Definition in German

Anzeigt, dass jemand eine Handlung mit geringem Aufwand und ohne Mühe ausführt.

Word origin

The adverb spielend comes from spielen through the present participle and extends the idea of playing to an action requiring little effort.

Usage tips

  • Spielend leicht is a common combination meaning 'very easily', with leicht reinforcing the adverbial meaning rather than changing it.

Other meanings

  • effortlesslyadverb
  • with easeadverb

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