Tragischerweise
Translation
tragically, unfortunately
Examples
Tragischerweise kam jede Hilfe zu spät.
Tragically, all help came too late.
Grammar Patterns
Tragischerweise + V + S ... Tragically, ... Tragischerweise kam jede Hilfe zu spät.
Similar Words
Synonyms: leider (unfortunately), bedauerlicherweise (regrettably); Antonym: glücklicherweise (fortunately)
Etymology
From 'tragisch' (tragic) and 'Weise' (way, manner). It means 'in a tragic way'.
Memory Tips
This adverb often starts a sentence, setting a sad tone for everything that follows. Think 'Tragically, ...'