allzu
Translation
all too, too, excessively
Examples
Sei nicht allzu streng mit ihm.
Don't be all too strict with him.
Das ist allzu einfach.
That is all too easy.
Grammar Patterns
((allzu + adjective/adverb)) all too ... Don't be allzu strict with him.
Similar Words
zu (too), übermäßig (excessively), sehr (very)
Etymology
A combination of 'all' and 'zu' (too). It emphasizes the 'too-ness' of something.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'all the way to too'. It's a stronger, more formal version of 'zu'.