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How to Say ‘That's really very kind.’ in German

Das ist wirklich sehr nett.

dahs ist VEERK-likh zair net

[dahs ist VEERK-likh zair net]

Phrase Breakdown

Das ist wirklich

dahs ist VEERK-likh

That is really

'Das ist' means 'that is', and 'wirklich' means 'really'. Say 'wirklich' as 'VIRK-likh', with a soft 'ch' like a hiss.

Example

Das ist wirklich gut.

That is really good.

Words in this phrase

Das

[dahs]

that

Used to indicate something known or assumed.

Example

Wir wissen, dass er kommt.

We know that he's coming.

ist

[ist]

A form of the verb 'sein' used for singular subjects.

Example

Für viele Bewerber Ist ein gutes Teamklima entscheidend.

For many applicants, a good team climate is crucial.

wirklich

[VEERK-likh]

really

An adverb used to emphasize that something is genuinely the case.

Example

Ihr Vortrag war wirklich spannend.

Your presentation was really exciting.

sehr nett.

zair net

very nice.

'Sehr' means 'very', and 'nett' means 'nice' or 'kind'. The 'e' in 'nett' is short, as in 'net'.

Example

Sie ist sehr nett.

She is very nice.

Words in this phrase

sehr

[zair]

very

An adverb used to strengthen an adjective or description.

Example

Die Atmosphäre ist Sehr respektvoll.

The atmosphere is very respectful.

nett

[net]

kind / nice

Friendly and considerate.

Example

Der Kellner ist sehr nett.

The waiter is very nice.

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