geradeaus

Meaning and Usage

"Geradeaus" in German means "straight ahead" or "straight on." It is used to give directions or to describe a movement in a straight line without turning.

Linguistic Analysis

The word "geradeaus" consists of two parts: "gerade" (straight) and "aus" (out). The combination of these two words forms "geradeaus." It is an adverb.

Comparisons between German and English

The word "geradeaus" translates directly to "straight ahead" in English. Both languages use this word to indicate moving in a straight direction.

Cultural Context

In Germany, giving clear directions is important, and "geradeaus" is a common term used when giving directions to indicate that someone should continue moving straight ahead.

Example Sentences

• Biegen Sie nicht ab, gehen Sie einfach geradeaus. (Do not turn, just go straight ahead.)
• Sie können die Straße überqueren und dann geradeaus gehen. (You can cross the street and then go straight on.)

Memory Tips

To remember the meaning of "geradeaus," you can think of the term "straight out," which can help you remember that it means to go straight ahead.

Additional Vocabulary

• die Richtung (direction)
• vorwärts (forward)

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