ironically

ironischerweise, paradoxerweise

Damit betont man, dass etwas genau anders geschehen ist, als man erwartet hätte.

In einfachem Englisch: Used to point out that something happened in a way opposite to what you would expect.

• Ironically, the swimming teacher couldn't swim.
• The new road, ironically, made journeys slower.
• Ironically enough, her attempt to save money cost her more.

Synonyme: paradoxically

Häufige Wendungen: ironically enough, rather ironically, somewhat ironically

ironisch

So, dass ein unerwarteter Gegensatz deutlich wird oder das Gegenteil des eigentlich Gemeinten gesagt wird.

In einfachem Englisch: In a way that shows an unexpected contrast or says the opposite of what is really meant.

• She smiled ironically at his excuse.
• He ironically praised the train's speed after a long delay.
• 'Another perfect day,' she said ironically as rain soaked her coat.

Häufige Wendungen: smile ironically, say something ironically, remark ironically