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regelrechter
"Regelrechter" means "literal" or "outright" in English, often used to emphasize something as fully or truly being the case.
In a sentence
Das war ein regelrechter Albtraum.
That was a downright nightmare.
Here, 'regelrechter' intensifies 'Albtraum', meaning a literal and extreme instance.
Er ist ein regelrechter Experte auf diesem Gebiet.
He is a real expert in this field.
In this context, 'regelrechter' adds emphasis to 'Experte', implying genuine expertise.
Die Party war ein regelrechter Erfolg.
The party was a remarkable success.
Here, 'regelrechter' emphasizes 'Erfolg', indicating the success was noteworthy and definitive.
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