No. 14,793 in German
plötzlichen
The German word "plötzlichen" means "sudden" or "abrupt" (in a declined form).
In a sentence
Ein plötzlicher Sturm überraschte die Wanderer.
A sudden storm surprised the hikers.
The word 'plötzlicher' functions as an adjective describing the storm, indicating its unforeseen occurrence.
Ich erschrak bei seinem plötzlichen Auftritt.
I was startled by his sudden appearance.
Here, 'plötzlichen' describes the appearance, characterizing it as unexpected and abrupt.
Plötzlichen Veränderungen begegnete er mit Gelassenheit.
He faced sudden changes with composure.
In this sentence, 'plötzlichen' modifies the changes, emphasizing their rapid and surprising nature.
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