unbedingt
Translation
absolutely, definitely, unconditional, imperative
Examples
Du musst unbedingt diesen Film sehen.
You absolutely must see this film.
Das ist eine unbedingte Voraussetzung.
That is an unconditional prerequisite.
Grammar Patterns
unbedingt + Verb absolutely/definitely do sth. You must absolutely come.
unbedingt + Adjective/Noun unconditional That is an unconditional promise.
Similar Words
Synonyms: absolut, zwingend; Antonyms: bedingt, optional
Etymology
From un- (not) + bedingt (conditional), from the verb bedingen (to require, to condition). Literally 'unconditional'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'un-conditioned'. Something without conditions is absolute or a must-do.