proper / considerable
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really / properly
Used as an adverb to express that something happens to a considerable degree or very thoroughly. It has the meaning of 'ordentlich' (properly), 'tüchtig' (thoroughly), or 'ziemlich' (quite).
Nach der langen Wanderung hatten wir gehörig Hunger.
After the long hike, we were really hungry.
The adjective 'gehörig' is related to the verb 'gehören' (to belong), but in the sense of 'sich gehören' (to be proper/fitting). It expresses that something takes place to a fitting or appropriate degree—and that degree is often very great.
Er hat sich mit seinem unhöflichen Kommentar gehörig blamiert.
He really embarrassed himself with his rude comment.
'gehörig' is very often used as an adverb to intensify another word. In this function it is not declined and means 'ziemlich' (quite), 'ordentlich' (properly/really), or 'sehr' (very).
Wir haben uns bei der Feier gehörig amüsiert.
We really enjoyed ourselves at the celebration.
In the meaning of 'verdient' (deserved) or 'angemessen' (appropriate), 'gehörig' often comes before nouns that describe a kind of consequence or reprimand, for example 'eine gehörige Lektion' (a proper lesson), 'eine gehörige Strafe' (a proper punishment), or 'eine gehörige Portion' (a generous portion).
Für diese freche Antwort hat er eine gehörige Lektion verdient.
He deserves a proper lesson for that cheeky answer.
pretty / fairly
'ziemlich' and 'gehörig' can both express that something happens or is true to a noticeable degree. 'ziemlich' is neutral and very general. You can use it in many everyday situations. 'gehörig' is stronger and often sounds somewhat colloquial or emphatic. It fits especially when something is noticeable, thorough, or unpleasantly strong, for example with annoyance, cold, stress, or effort. 'ziemlich müde' (pretty tired) is normal; 'gehörig müde' sounds stronger and a bit more vivid.
Vor dem Termin muss Maria sich gehörig beeilen.
Maria really has to hurry before the appointment.
Ihr merkt sicher, dass die Aufgabe ziemlich schwierig ist.
You can surely tell that the task is pretty difficult.