Adverb
durchaus
Pronunciation: /dʊrçˈaʊ̯s/
absolutely, fully, entirely
B1
rank #682
Meanings
Adverb
- absolutely, fully, entirely
- absolutely, definitely, certainly, in any case
Example sentence
Geld unterschlagen? Ich würde es ihr durchaus zutrauen.
Embezzle money? I would absolutely think her capable of it.
Usage
- durchaus möglich — Perfectly possible; often reassures or concedes a point.
- Das ist durchaus interessant, aber … — Often concedes a point before introducing a reservation.
Dein Vorschlag ist durchaus vernünftig.
Your suggestion is perfectly reasonable.