ADVERB
vielmehr/ˈfiːlˈmeːɐ̯/rather; instead; more precisely
vielmehr is a German adverb that means rather, instead, or more precisely. It is pronounced /ˈfiːlˈmeːɐ̯/.
Definitions
1.used to correct or clarify a previous statement; rather, instead(clarification or correction)
a.indicates a more accurate or contrasting statement to what was previously said
Er ist kein Arzt, vielmehr ist er Lehrer.—He isn't a doctor, rather, he's a teacher.
2.emphasizes the preceding statement by expressing an intensification or refinement(reinforcement)
a.to strengthen a claim by specifying or clarifying it
Sie hat nicht nur mitgearbeitet, vielmehr hat sie das Projekt geleitet.—She didn't just contribute, rather, she led the project.
Frequently asked questions
- What does "vielmehr" mean in English?
- "vielmehr" means rather, instead, or more precisely. It is a German adverb.
- How do you pronounce "vielmehr"?
- "vielmehr" is pronounced /ˈfiːlˈmeːɐ̯/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What part of speech is "vielmehr"?
- "vielmehr" is a adverb in German.
