Word Frequency (Worthäufigkeit) #500
Word (Wort)

unbedingt

Translation (Übersetzung) absolutely, definitely, by all means
Pronunciation (Aussprache) [ˈʊnbəˌdɪŋt]
B1
Adverbs
Intermediate
Neutral
Tags (Tags)
adverb necessity intermediate emphasis
Unbedingt is an adverb used to express necessity, strong recommendation, or emphasis. It often translates to 'absolutely' or 'definitely' in English and is commonly used with modal verbs like müssen (must) or wollen (want). It can also mean 'by all means' when giving permission or encouragement.

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unbedingt is a German Adverbs

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

unbedingt Examples (Beispiele) in English

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

Du musst unbedingt diesen Film sehen.
You absolutely must see this movie.
Strong recommendation
Ich will unbedingt nach Berlin reisen.
I really want to travel to Berlin.
Expressing strong desire
Komm unbedingt zur Party!
Do come to the party!
Encouragement or invitation

unbedingt — common mistakes (English)

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

  • Ich muss unbedingt das Buch lesen.
    Ich muss das Buch unbedingt lesen.
    In German, adverbs like unbedingt typically come after the direct object (das Buch) when used with modal verbs. Placing it before the object is less natural.
  • Unbedingt du musst kommen.
    Du musst unbedingt kommen.
    Unbedingt should not start the sentence in this context; it usually follows the subject and verb in main clauses.
  • Ich will unbedingt ein Auto kaufen, aber ich habe kein Geld.
    Ich möchte unbedingt ein Auto kaufen, aber ich habe kein Geld.
    While wollen can be used with unbedingt, it can sound demanding. Möchten (would like to) is often softer and more polite in such contexts.

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unbedingt Word Family (Wortfamilie)

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

root word (Grundwort)
bedingt
Meaning: conditional, limited
Example: Die Zulassung ist bedingt.
Adjective
prefix (Präfix)
un-
Meaning: un-, not
Example: unbedingt means 'not conditional' or 'unconditional'.
Prefix

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unbedingt Usage & Related Words (Verwendung & verwandte Wörter)

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

unbedingt Collocations (Kollokationen)

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

unbedingt müssen
must absolutely
High frequency
unbedingt wollen
really want to
High frequency
unbedingt brauchen
absolutely need
Medium frequency
unbedingt vermeiden
definitely avoid
Medium frequency
unbedingt empfehlen
highly recommend
Medium frequency
unbedingt besuchen
must visit
Medium frequency
unbedingt lesen
must read
Medium frequency
unbedingt wissen
really need to know
Medium frequency

unbedingt Idioms (Redewendungen)

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

Unbedingt!
Absolutely!
Used as a strong affirmative response, similar to 'Definitely!' or 'Absolutely!' in English.
etwas unbedingt tun müssen
to have to do something at all costs
Expresses a strong necessity or obligation to do something.
unbedingt etwas erreichen wollen
to want to achieve something desperately
Indicates a strong desire or determination to accomplish a goal.

unbedingt Synonyms (Synonyme)

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

absolut
Meaning: absolutely
High similarity
definitiv
Meaning: definitely
High similarity
zwingend
Meaning: compulsorily, necessarily
Medium similarity
unverzichtbar
Meaning: indispensable
Medium similarity
dringend
Meaning: urgently
Low similarity

unbedingt Antonyms (Antonyme)

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

keinesfalls
Meaning: by no means
auf keinen Fall
Meaning: under no circumstances
optional
Meaning: optional
freiwillig
Meaning: voluntarily

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unbedingt Semantically Related Words (Semantisch verwandte Wörter)

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

müssen wollen notwendig dringend absolut

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