Word Frequency (Worthäufigkeit) #500
Word (Wort)

Hoffentlich

Translation (Übersetzung) hopefully
Pronunciation (Aussprache) [ˈhɔfn̩tlɪç]
A1
Adverbs
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Tags (Tags)
adverb modal A1 wish hope
Hoffentlich is an adverb used to express hope or wish. It's placed at the beginning of a sentence or after the verb in main clauses. It's derived from the adjective 'hoffend' (hoping) with the suffix '-lich'.

Hoffentlich - German Adverbs - Hoffentlich Meaning - Hoffentlich Translation - Hoffentlich Adverbs Examples

Hoffentlich is a German Adverbs

Learn Hoffentlich meaning, translation, pronunciation, and usage examples. Hoffentlich is classified as an Adverb in German grammar.

Hoffentlich Examples (Beispiele) in English

Hoffentlich examples with English translations. See how to use Hoffentlich in sentences. Hoffentlich example sentences in English below.

Hoffentlich hast du einen schönen Tag.
Hopefully you have a nice day.
Wishing someone well
Wir gehen morgen ins Kino, hoffentlich.
We're going to the cinema tomorrow, hopefully.
Placing 'hoffentlich' at the end for emphasis
Hoffentlich verpassen wir den Zug nicht.
Hopefully we won't miss the train.
Expressing concern about timing

Hoffentlich Word Family - Hoffentlich Related Words - Hoffentlich Family Members

Hoffentlich Word Family (Wortfamilie)

Hoffentlich word family includes related words, derivatives, and word forms. Learn Hoffentlich family members with meanings, translations, and usage. Explore Hoffentlich related words and expand your German vocabulary.

derived from (abgeleitet von)
hoffend
Meaning: hoping
Example: Der hoffende Mensch (The hoping person)
Adjective
root word (Grundwort)
hoffen
Meaning: to hope
Tense: infinitive
Example: Ich hoffe auf gutes Wetter. (I hope for good weather.)
Verb
related noun (verwandtes Substantiv)
Hoffnung
Meaning: hope
Example: Ich habe die Hoffnung nicht aufgegeben. (I haven't given up hope.)
Noun

Hoffentlich Usage - Hoffentlich Collocations - Hoffentlich Idioms - Hoffentlich Synonyms - Hoffentlich Antonyms

Hoffentlich Usage & Related Words (Verwendung & verwandte Wörter)

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Hoffentlich Collocations (Kollokationen)

Hoffentlich collocations are common word combinations that native speakers use. Learn Hoffentlich word combinations and how to use Hoffentlich with other words naturally.

Hoffentlich kommt er bald.
Hopefully he'll come soon.
High frequency
Hoffentlich regnet es nicht.
Hopefully it won't rain.
High frequency
Hoffentlich geht alles gut.
Hopefully everything goes well.
High frequency
Hoffentlich verstehst du mich.
Hopefully you understand me.
Medium frequency
Hoffentlich wird das Wetter schön.
Hopefully the weather will be nice.
Medium frequency

Hoffentlich Idioms (Redewendungen)

Hoffentlich idioms and expressions. Learn German idioms containing Hoffentlich with meanings and explanations. Master Hoffentlich expressions used in everyday German.

Hoffentlich klappt es.
Hopefully it works out.
Used to express hope that something will succeed or happen as planned.
Hoffentlich geht's dir gut.
Hopefully you're doing well.
A common expression of concern and hope for someone's well-being.

Hoffentlich Synonyms (Synonyme)

Hoffentlich synonyms - words with similar meanings. Find alternative words for Hoffentlich and expand your German vocabulary. Learn Hoffentlich similar words and their usage.

Ich hoffe
Meaning: I hope
High similarity
Möge
Meaning: May
Medium similarity
Wenn es gut geht
Meaning: If things go well
Low similarity

Hoffentlich Antonyms (Antonyme)

Hoffentlich antonyms - opposite words. Learn words with opposite meanings to Hoffentlich. Discover Hoffentlich opposite words and expand your German vocabulary.

Leider
Meaning: Unfortunately
Hoffnungslos
Meaning: Hopeless

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Hoffentlich Semantically Related Words (Semantisch verwandte Wörter)

Hoffentlich semantically related words - words that are conceptually or thematically related to Hoffentlich. Explore Hoffentlich related vocabulary and discover words in the same semantic field. Learn Hoffentlich contextually related words to expand your German vocabulary.

wünschen erwarten mögen beten wünschenswert

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