ADVERB

unterwegs/ʊntɐˈveːks/on the way; en route; travelling

unterwegs is a German adverb that means on the way, en route, or travelling. It is pronounced /ʊntɐˈveːks/.

Definitions

1.in the process of going from one place to another(movement)

a.on the way; while travelling

Ich bin gerade unterwegs nach Hause.I am currently on the way home.

2.not at home or an intended destination; out and about(in general use)

a.out and about

Sie ist oft unterwegs und selten zu Hause.She is often out and about and rarely at home.

Frequently asked questions

What does "unterwegs" mean in English?
"unterwegs" means on the way, en route, or travelling. It is a German adverb.
How do you pronounce "unterwegs"?
"unterwegs" is pronounced /ʊntɐˈveːks/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "unterwegs"?
"unterwegs" is a adverb in German.

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