Meaning 1neutral · 82%
Expresses that something is added to what has already been mentioned.
Natural examples
Zum Preis kommen noch die Versandkosten hinzu.
Shipping costs are added to the price.
Sie bringt Erfahrung und gute Kontakte hinzu.
She adds experience and useful contacts.
Hinzu kommt, dass der Zug oft verspätet ist.
In addition, the train is often delayed.
Usage note
Hinzu often appears at the end or in hinzu kommt … . It signals an addition, not physical movement.
Mini-lesson: hinzu
Expresses that something is added to what has already been mentioned. Hinzu often appears at the end or in hinzu kommt … . It signals an addition, not physical movement.
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