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soweit

as far as, to the extent that

conjunction zo-VYT Rare
Grammar & Structure Conjunctions

Also means

so far (ready, done)

Usage Note

Soweit introduces a limiting clause (soweit ich weiß = 'as far as I know') and also serves as an adverb of readiness (Ich bin soweit = 'I'm ready/done'). Both uses are common in standard spoken and written German.

Examples

"Soweit ich weiß, ist das Projekt noch nicht abgeschlossen."

Natural Translation

As far as I know, the project is not yet finished.

Literal Translation

As-far-as I know, is the project still not completed.

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