Ohnehin Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Ohnehin" is mainly used as adverb meaning "anyway", "in any case" or "anyhow". It is also used as particle.

Essential properties of "ohnehin"

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

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "In any case, regardless of circumstances"

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

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich wollte ohnehin heute einkaufen gehen.I wanted to go shopping today anyway.
  2. Das Projekt war ohnehin zum Scheitern verurteilt.The project was doomed to fail anyway.
  3. Sie hätte ohnehin nicht kommen können.She wouldn't have been able to come anyway.

2.) "Emphasizes something is true or will happen regardless"

"Ohnehin", when used with this meaning, acts as particle.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das ist ohnehin klar.That's clear anyway.
  2. Er wird ohnehin nicht zustimmen.He won't agree anyway.
  3. Wir müssen ohnehin früh aufstehen.We have to get up early anyway.
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