Meaning
Used to change the subject or return to a main point.
Cultural Background
Germans appreciate brevity in professional settings. Often used with a slightly softer tone. Used similarly, but often in a more polite, measured way. Can be used quite bluntly to end a conversation.
The Pivot Rule
Always use 'jedenfalls' when you feel you have been talking too long about a side topic.
Meaning
Used to change the subject or return to a main point.
The Pivot Rule
Always use 'jedenfalls' when you feel you have been talking too long about a side topic.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct word.
Wir haben viel geredet, ____ sollten wir anfangen.
Jedenfalls is used to return to the main point.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesWir haben viel geredet, ____ sollten wir anfangen.
Jedenfalls is used to return to the main point.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt is neutral and fits most situations.
Related Phrases
auf jeden Fall
contrastdefinitely
