Rückwärts Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Rückwärts" is mainly used as adverb meaning "backward", "backwards" or "in reverse". It is also used as adjective.

Essential properties of "rückwärts"

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Meanings of "rückwärts" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Movement backward or in the opposite direction"

"Rückwärts", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Auto fuhr rückwärts aus der Einfahrt.The car drove backward out of the driveway.
  2. Er ging rückwärts, um den Raum zu verlassen.He walked backward to leave the room.
  3. Der Film wurde rückwärts abgespielt.The film was played backward.

2.) "Oriented backward or in reverse"

"Rückwärts", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die rückwärts gerichtete Kamera zeigt den Weg.The backward-facing camera shows the way.
  2. Er trug seine Mütze rückwärts.He wore his cap backward.
  3. Das rückwärts laufende Band transportiert die Pakete.The backward-moving conveyor belt transports the packages.
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