Immer noch
Example: Er ist immer noch im Büro und arbeitet fleißig.
Definition
"Immer noch" is a German adverbial phrase meaning that something continues to happen or remain the case up to the present time. For example, in the sentence 'Er ist immer noch im Büro und arbeitet fleißig,' it indicates that he is still in the office and working diligently.
Etymology
The phrase "immer noch" comes from two German words: "immer," meaning 'always' or 'still,' and "noch," meaning 'yet' or 'still.' Combined, they emphasize ongoing continuation. Did you know that using both words together strengthens the sense of persistence more than either word alone?
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