Word Frequency (Worthäufigkeit) #1500
Word (Wort)

immerhin

Translation (Übersetzung) at least, after all, anyway
Pronunciation (Aussprache) [ˈɪmɐhɪn]
B1
Adverbs
Intermediate
Neutral
Tags (Tags)
adverb intermediate concession B1 consolation
Immerhin is an adverb used to express concession, consolation, or to highlight a positive aspect despite limitations. It often translates to 'at least' or 'after all' in English, indicating that something is still valuable or true even if other aspects are less favorable.

immerhin - German Adverbs - immerhin Meaning - immerhin Translation - immerhin Adverbs Examples

immerhin is a German Adverbs

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

immerhin Examples (Beispiele) in English

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

Das Wetter ist schlecht, aber immerhin regnet es nicht.
The weather is bad, but at least it's not raining.
Highlighting a positive aspect (no rain) despite overall negativity.
Er hat den Test nicht bestanden, aber immerhin hat er es versucht.
He didn't pass the test, but at least he tried.
Consoling by acknowledging effort despite failure.
Immerhin sind wir pünktlich angekommen.
At least we arrived on time.
Emphasizing a positive outcome (punctuality) after potential delays.

immerhin — common mistakes (English)

Learner-focused corrections for immerhin — typical errors vs. correct German, with short explanations.

  • Immerhin ich habe es geschafft.
    Ich habe es immerhin geschafft.
    Immerhin is an adverb and typically does not start a sentence unless for emphasis; it usually follows the subject or verb.
  • Es ist immerhin kalt.
    Es ist immerhin warm.
    Immerhin is used to highlight a positive or consoling aspect; 'kalt' (cold) is generally negative, so it's less common unless context makes it positive (e.g., in contrast to freezing).
  • Immerhin du kommst.
    Du kommst immerhin.
    Avoid placing 'immerhin' directly before the subject in standard word order; it usually comes after the subject or verb.

immerhin Word Family - immerhin Related Words - immerhin Family Members

immerhin Word Family (Wortfamilie)

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

compound (Zusammensetzung)
immer
Meaning: always
Example: Immer is part of the compound, giving a sense of continuity.
Adverb
hin
Meaning: towards, there
Example: Hin adds a directional or conclusive aspect.
Adverb

immerhin Usage - immerhin Collocations - immerhin Idioms - immerhin Synonyms - immerhin Antonyms

immerhin Usage & Related Words (Verwendung & verwandte Wörter)

Learn how to use immerhin in context. Discover immerhin collocations (common word combinations), idioms, synonyms, and antonyms. Master immerhin usage patterns and expand your German vocabulary with related words.

immerhin Collocations (Kollokationen)

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

immerhin noch
at least still
High frequency
immerhin etwas
at least something
High frequency
immerhin ein bisschen
at least a little
Medium frequency
immerhin besser als nichts
at least better than nothing
Medium frequency
immerhin eine Chance
at least a chance
Medium frequency
immerhin möglich
at least possible
Medium frequency
immerhin ein Anfang
at least a start
Low frequency
immerhin ein Erfolg
at least a success
Low frequency

immerhin Idioms (Redewendungen)

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

Immerhin ist es nicht schlimmer.
At least it's not worse.
Used to console someone by pointing out that the situation could be more negative.
Immerhin hast du es versucht.
At least you tried.
Acknowledges effort even if the outcome wasn't successful.
Immerhin ist er gesund.
At least he is healthy.
Highlights a positive aspect (health) despite other problems.
Immerhin ist es vorbei.
At least it's over.
Expresses relief that an unpleasant situation has ended.
Immerhin hat es geklappt.
At least it worked.
Emphasizes success despite doubts or difficulties.

immerhin Synonyms (Synonyme)

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

wenigstens
Meaning: at least
High similarity
zumindest
Meaning: at least
High similarity
jedenfalls
Meaning: anyway, in any case
Medium similarity
schließlich
Meaning: after all, finally
Medium similarity
immer noch
Meaning: still
Low similarity

immerhin Antonyms (Antonyme)

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

leider
Meaning: unfortunately
überhaupt nicht
Meaning: not at all
völlig
Meaning: completely
gar
Meaning: at all (in negative contexts)

immerhin Semantically Related Words - immerhin Contextually Related Words - immerhin Thematically Related Words

immerhin Semantically Related Words (Semantisch verwandte Wörter)

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

wenigstens zumindest jedenfalls schließlich trotzdem

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