inwiefern

Based on: fern
Conjunction
  1. in what way, to what extent
  2. how so, to what extent
1.

in what way, to what extent

(Creates a side sentence, with the verbs at the end.)
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Examples
  • Sie hat nicht gesagt, inwiefern sie geholfen hat.
  • She didn’t say to what extent she helped.
2.

how so, to what extent

(As a question word.)
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Examples
  • Ich verstehe nicht, inwiefern das ein Problem ist.
  • I don't understand how that's a problem.

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How many meanings does the German word 'inwiefern' have?

inwiefern has 2 distinct meanings: 1. in what way, to what extent, 2. how so, to what extent.

What is 'inwiefern' related to?

The word 'inwiefern' is related to fern.

Where can I learn more about 'inwiefern'?

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