ADVERB
bestenfalls/ˈbɛstn̩ˈfals/at best; in the best case; if anything
bestenfalls is a German adverb that means at best, in the best case, or if anything. It is pronounced /ˈbɛstn̩ˈfals/.
Definitions
1.in the most favorable situation; at the most(degree/possibility)
a.at best
Bestenfalls schaffen wir es bis 18 Uhr.—At best, we'll make it by 6 pm.
b.if anything; under ideal circumstances
Bestenfalls wird das Problem bis morgen gelöst.—If anything, the problem will be solved by tomorrow.
Frequently asked questions
- What does "bestenfalls" mean in English?
- "bestenfalls" means at best, in the best case, or if anything. It is a German adverb.
- How do you pronounce "bestenfalls"?
- "bestenfalls" is pronounced /ˈbɛstn̩ˈfals/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What part of speech is "bestenfalls"?
- "bestenfalls" is a adverb in German.
