Durcheinander Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Durcheinander" is mainly used as adverb meaning "in a mess", "in disorder" or "in disarray". It is also used as adjective.

Essential properties of "durcheinander"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Adjective

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Meanings of "durcheinander" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "In a state of disorder or confusion"

"Durcheinander", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Kinder haben alle Spielsachen durcheinander auf dem Boden verstreut.The children scattered all the toys in a mess on the floor.
  2. Nach dem Umzug standen die Möbel noch völlig durcheinander in der neuen Wohnung.After the move, the furniture was still completely in disarray in the new apartment.
  3. In meinem Kopf gehen die Gedanken durcheinander, ich kann mich nicht konzentrieren.My thoughts are all mixed up in my head, I can't concentrate.

2.) "Muddled, confused, or disorganized"

"Durcheinander", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Seine Erklärung war so durcheinander, dass niemand sie verstehen konnte.His explanation was so muddled that no one could understand it.
  2. Nach der schlechten Nachricht war sie völlig durcheinander und konnte nicht klar denken.After the bad news, she was completely confused and couldn't think clearly.
  3. Die Papiere auf seinem Schreibtisch waren total durcheinander und ungeordnet.The papers on his desk were totally mixed up and disorganized.
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