Plötzlich
Example: Er kam plötzlich ins Zimmer und überraschte alle.
Definition
"Plötzlich" means happening or occurring very quickly and unexpectedly, without any warning or preparation. For example, in the sentence 'Er kam plötzlich ins Zimmer und überraschte alle,' it describes someone entering the room all of a sudden, surprising everyone.
Etymology
The word "plötzlich" comes from the German adjective derived from Middle High German 'plötzlich,' meaning sudden or abrupt. It is related to the Old High German 'pluotz,' referring to something sudden or immediate. Did you know? The feeling of surprise captured by "plötzlich" is similar to the suddenness expressed by the English word 'sudden.'
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