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An adverb that means 'immer' (always) or 'zu jeder Zeit' (at all times). It is mainly used in written language or in a more formal context.
Sie war stets bemüht, alle Aufgaben pünktlich zu erledigen.
She always made an effort to complete all tasks on time.
'Stets' (always) is a formal word and is mainly used in written language, for example in official letters, employment references, or literary texts.
Der Mitarbeiter war stets zuverlässig und pünktlich.
The employee was always reliable and punctual.
As an adverb, 'stets' (always) can appear in different positions in a sentence. It often comes directly after the conjugated verb or in position 1, which triggers inversion (verb in position 2).
Er hat seine Aufgaben stets sorgfältig erledigt.
He always completed his tasks carefully.
'Stets' (always) is frequently used in formal evaluations and descriptions. Typical combinations are 'stets bemüht' (always making an effort), 'stets freundlich' (always friendly), and 'stets zu Ihrer Verfügung' (always at your disposal).
Bei Fragen stehen wir Ihnen stets zur Verfügung.
If you have any questions, we are always at your disposal.
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Immer and stets can both express that something applies without exception. The main difference is style: Immer is neutral and also fits everyday conversations, while stets sounds more literary, elevated, or formal.
Im offiziellen Bericht steht, dass die Leiterin stets alle Anträge sorgfältig prüft.
The official report states that the manager always reviews all the applications carefully.
Im Gespräch sagt die Leiterin, dass sie immer alle Anträge sorgfältig prüft.
In the conversation, the manager says that she always reviews all the applications carefully.
