rundherum

all around, all the way round

adverb RUNT-he-rum Rare

Also means

thoroughly, completely (figurative)

Usage Note

Rundherum means in a complete circle around something, or figuratively completely in every respect. Rundherum zufrieden sein — to be satisfied in every respect, thoroughly happy. It is conversational and adds emphasis that something applies in all directions or dimensions.

Examples

"Ich bin mit dem Ergebnis rundherum zufrieden."

Natural Translation

I am thoroughly satisfied with the result.

Literal Translation

I am all-around satisfied with the result.

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