geradezu

Based on: gerade, zu
Adverb
  1. downright, almost
  2. straight ahead
1.

downright, almost

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Examples
  • Das ist geradezu unmöglich!
  • That's downright impossible!
2.

straight ahead

(Not very common at least in the North. Sounds a bit high register.)
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Examples
  • Gehen Sie geradezu bis zur Kreuzung, dann sehen Sie das Museum auf der linken Seite.
  • Go straight ahead until the intersection, then you’ll see the museum on the left.

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

geradezu has 2 distinct meanings: 1. downright, almost, 2. straight ahead.

What is 'geradezu' related to?

The word 'geradezu' is related to gerade and zu.

Where can I learn more about 'geradezu'?

Check out the main YourDailyGerman Dictionary for more German vocabulary entries.