grob /ɡɾˈoːp/ · adverb · CEFR B2. German translation of "broadly".

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Source term
broadly
Translation
grob
CEFR Level
B2
Part of speech
adverb
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Dictionary form grob
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How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
Subject + helper/modal + grob
Examples
Wir müssen oft grob.
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Example Sentences

Die beiden Berichte sind sich im Großen und Ganzen über die wichtigsten Probleme der Schulen einig.

English: The two reports broadly agree on the main issues facing schools.

B2 · accuracyAndCertainty

Er lächelte breit, als er seine Enkel an der Tür sah.

English: He smiled broadly when he saw his grandchildren at the door.

B2 · accuracyAndCertainty

Der Plan wurde beim Treffen von allen weitgehend akzeptiert.

English: The plan was broadly accepted by everyone at the meeting.

B2 · accuracyAndCertainty

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