außerordentlich
/aʊsɐˈʔɔʁtlɪç/adjective★Intermediate
formal
Exceptional, extraordinary, or remarkable in a positive way
Das Konzert war außerordentlich schön.
The concert was extraordinarily beautiful.
Sie hat außerordentliche Fähigkeiten.
She has exceptional abilities.
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Often used to emphasize something as being beyond the ordinary or highly impressive.
Collocations
außerordentliche Umständeexceptional circumstancesaußerordentlich gutexceptionally good
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Related Phrases
in außerordentlicher Weisephrase
in an extraordinary manner
💡Pro Tip
Formal Usage
Use 'außerordentlich' in formal writing or professional contexts to emphasize exceptional qualities.
⚡Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
While 'außerordentlich' is a strong adjective, avoid overusing it to maintain its impact.
📖Word Origin
From 'außer' (outside) + 'ordentlich' (ordinary), meaning beyond the ordinary.
📝Usage Notes
Commonly used in formal contexts to describe something as outstanding or remarkable. Can also be used in legal or administrative contexts to denote something outside the usual procedures.
Word Breakdown
außer
outside
prefixordentlich
ordinary
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