ADVERB

seinerzeit/ˈzaɪ̯nɐˌt͡saɪ̯t/at that time; in those days; back then

seinerzeit is a German adverb that means at that time, in those days, or back then. It is pronounced /ˈzaɪ̯nɐˌt͡saɪ̯t/.

Definitions

1.at a particular time in the past; in those days(time in the past)

a.in a certain former period, often with reference to a now-changed situation

Seinerzeit war dieses Gebäude das höchste der Stadt.Back then, this building was the tallest in the city.

b.during the relevant past period mentioned or implied

Er war seinerzeit ein bekannter Wissenschaftler.He was a well-known scientist in his day.

Frequently asked questions

What does "seinerzeit" mean in English?
"seinerzeit" means at that time, in those days, or back then. It is a German adverb.
How do you pronounce "seinerzeit"?
"seinerzeit" is pronounced /ˈzaɪ̯nɐˌt͡saɪ̯t/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "seinerzeit"?
"seinerzeit" is a adverb in German.

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