Accidentally or by accident?
The German language - after the Chinese with all its facets - is known to be one of the most difficult of all. Learning German as a foreigner is truly no easy undertaking. Sometimes, however, it is not easy for German native speakers to properly use the often changing spelling rules. For example, is it "by accident" or "by accident"? What does the Duden say about it?
Accidentally or by mistake - the correct spelling
- The Duden has been authoritative for more than a hundred years when it comes to the German spelling, orthography goes. For example, in the relevant reference works there is detailed information about the correct "letter position" and grammar contain.
- Since then for the 1st August the new spelling came into force, nothing is as it used to be for many "scribblers". New rules were drawn up, which even today have not yet been completely "internalized" by everyone.
- But what about the spelling of the term "by mistake"? Can this also be written in one word: "accidentally"? The Duden says: "No". The correct spelling is not "by mistake", but "by mistake".
The German spelling sometimes raises questions
True to the motto: "Germans language - difficult language "- it will probably again and again Words or give terminology that confuses one or the other.
- In any case, it is particularly worthwhile for everyone who frequently uses the come into contact with the written word, familiarize yourself intensively with the current spelling and grammar rules to deal with. (In this context, another question arises for the inexperienced: Does it mean "to grapple with" or "to grapple with" ???)
In any case together or separately?
A popular phrase when, in German usage, a certain circumstance ...
- On the other hand, if that is too troublesome for you, just take it Duden to help.
- Both before and after the spelling reform, the terminology consists of two words.
- Based on the Duden, it is an act that is based on an error. The root word in this regard is "oversight" - and it should also be used like a noun.
Tip for everyone who is unsure: Another way of spelling this term is not only simple, but also harmless: "accidentally".
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