German word

zugleich

Pronunciation

IPA/tsuˈglaɪ̯ç/

Meaning

  • adverbat the same time

Example

Sie ist Mutter und zugleich Ärztin.

She is a mother and a doctor at the same time.

Illustration for zugleich (at the same time)

More examples

Das Buch ist klein und zugleich praktisch.

The book is small and practical at the same time.

Core concept

Two strands run side by side: they coincide in time and both remain valid.

Common phrases

  • klein und zugleich praktisch

    small and practical at the same time

  • praktisch und zugleich günstig

    practical and affordable at the same time

Similar words

gleichzeitig: Shows that two events or states occur at the same time.
außerdem: Adds another point or fact to what was just stated.
währenddessen: Describes something happening while another event continues.
dabei: Shows that something happens while another activity is taking place.

Definition in German

Etwas geschieht gleichzeitig oder trifft zusätzlich zu

Word origin

Zugleich is an old German formation based on zu and gleich, whose combined sense developed toward 'at the same time' and 'also'.

Usage tips

  • Zugleich may mean 'moreover' when it adds a second point, so it is not restricted to events that literally happen simultaneously.

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