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German ADVERB B2 Rank 3700

gleichermassen

equally

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gleichermaßen

equally

To the same degree or in the same way; likewise. This adverb expresses that a statement applies in the same way to two or more mentioned people, things, or groups.

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Die Ausstellung begeisterte Kritiker und Publikum gleichermaßen.

The exhibition delighted critics and audiences equally.

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gleichermassen vs ebenfalls

likewise

'ebenfalls' and 'gleichermassen' both express that something applies not only to one person or thing, but also to another. 'ebenfalls' is very common in everyday language and is especially suitable when you simply mean 'also' or are responding to a wish. 'gleichermassen' puts more emphasis on something applying to several people or things to the same degree or in the same way. It sounds somewhat more formal and works well in comparisons.

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gleichermassen

Der neue Plan ist für Kunden und Mitarbeiter gleichermassen wichtig.

The new plan is equally important for customers and employees.

ebenfalls

Sie kommt heute Abend ebenfalls zur Probe.

She is also coming to rehearsal this evening.

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