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komplett
completely
Used as an adverb to express that something is entirely or fully the case; in the sense of 'völlig' (completely) or 'total' (totally).
example
Ich habe den Termin komplett vergessen.
I completely forgot the appointment.
komplett
complete / completely
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Usage tips
Adjective or adverb
'Komplett' can have two functions. As an adjective before a noun, it is declined and means 'vollständig' (complete). As an adverb intensifying a verb or adjective, it remains unchanged and means 'völlig' (completely).
EXAMPLE
Er hat eine komplette Modelleisenbahn geschenkt bekommen.
He was given a complete model railway as a gift.
Register and style
In its function as an adverb ('völlig' (completely), 'total' (totally)), 'komplett' is very common in colloquial speech. It is used to emotionally intensify a statement.
EXAMPLE
Nach der Wanderung war ich komplett erschöpft.
After the hike, I was completely exhausted.
Typical collocations
As an adjective with the meaning 'vollständig' (complete), 'komplett' is often combined with things that consist of several parts. Typical examples are: eine komplette Sammlung (a complete collection), die komplette Ausrüstung (the complete equipment), das komplette Menü (the complete menu).
EXAMPLE
Für die Reise benötigen Sie eine komplette Winterausrüstung.
For the trip, you need complete winter equipment.
Compare with
komplett vs ganz
whole / quite
'ganz' and 'komplett' can both express that something is complete. 'ganz' is very common and fits many normal situations, for example 'das ganze Haus' (the whole house) or 'ganz leer' (completely empty). 'komplett' emphasizes more strongly that all parts are there or that really nothing is missing. It often sounds more precise when talking about lists, sets, documents, or plans. Learners confuse the words because both can mean 'complete'. As a memory aid: 'ganz' is more general; 'komplett' fits especially well when you are thinking of all the parts of a whole.
komplett
Die Unterlagen für die Reise sind jetzt komplett.
The documents for the trip are now complete.
ganz
Vor dem Termin ist Herr Becker die ganze Zeit zu Hause.
Before the appointment, Mr. Becker is at home the whole time.
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