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incredible
German → American English
American English
incredible
An adjective meaning so extraordinary that it is hard to believe.
Es war ein incredible Erlebnis, das wir nie vergessen werden.Use this word for something that is extremely hard to believe or astonishing. In German, 'unglaublich' is very common in both spoken and written language; 'incredibly' can also work as an intensifier in English, but here the headword is treated as an adjective-like loanword in German contexts.
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Frequently asked questions
What does "incredible" mean in German?
"Incredible" means "unglaublich" or "kaum zu glauben" in German.
Is "incredible" the same as "unglaublich"?
Yes, in many contexts it translates as "unglaublich," though "unfassbar" or "beeindruckend" may fit better depending on the sentence.
How do you use "incredible" in a sentence?
Example: "Das ist unglaublich!" or "Es war ein unglaubliches Erlebnis."