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auf jeden Fall

definitely

adverb owf YAY-den FAL Rare
Communication Responses

Also means

in any case

Usage Note

auf jeden Fall is a fixed phrase expressing firm commitment, like definitely or no matter what. As a standalone reply it gives enthusiastic agreement. Contrast the negative counterpart auf keinen Fall.

Examples

"Auf jeden Fall komme ich zu deiner Party."

Natural Translation

I'll definitely come to your party.

Literal Translation

On every case come I to your party.

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