überfordernd
Translation
overwhelming, overtaxing, too demanding
Examples
Die Aufgabe ist überfordernd.
The task is overwhelming.
Das Tempo war für ihn überfordernd.
The pace was overwhelming for him.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is overwhelming ((for sb.)) sth. is overwhelming for sb. The task is overwhelming for me.
Similar Words
Synonyms: strenuous, crushing; Antonyms: underwhelming, easy
Etymology
From the prefix 'über-' (over, too much) and the verb 'fordern' (to demand). Literally 'over-demanding'.
Memory Tips
Picture a situation that 'demands' (fordern) more than you can give, going 'over' (über) your limits.