Sehr Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Sehr" is mainly used as adverb meaning "very", "much" or "greatly". It is also used as particle.

Essential properties of "sehr"

Its most important properties are:

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

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To a great extent or intensely"

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

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Essen schmeckt sehr gut.The food tastes very good.
  2. Sie ist sehr intelligent.She is very intelligent.
  3. Wir haben uns sehr über deinen Besuch gefreut.We were very happy about your visit.

2.) "Used for emphasis in affirmations or negations"

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

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich danke Ihnen sehr.Thank you very much.
  2. Das freut mich sehr.That makes me very happy.
  3. Es tut mir sehr leid.I am very sorry.
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