extra meaning and definition in german
Adverb
Frequency:
In the sense of “specifically”, extra has entered the standard language and is now frequently seen in writing. The other senses remain colloquial.
- specifically (for a given purpose) Das Wrack wurde mit extra entworfenen Bergungskränen gehoben.
- The wreck was lifted with specifically designed salvage cranes.
- colloquial on purpose Das hab ich doch nich’ extra gemacht!
- I didn't do that on purpose!
- colloquial aside, apart, separately Können Sie mir die Fritten und die Wurst extra abpacken?
- Could you wrap the fries and the sausage separately?
- colloquial particularly, very Vorsicht! Der Tee is’ extra heiß!
- Be careful! The tea is extra hot!