historically

An adverb meaning 'in the context of history' or 'with regard to past events.' It is used when referring to something from the perspective of historical development or significance.

• 🇩🇪Adverb, das bedeutet 'im Kontext der Geschichte' oder 'in Bezug auf vergangene Ereignisse'. Es wird verwendet, wenn etwas unter dem Gesichtspunkt der historischen Entwicklung oder Bedeutung betrachtet wird.

1. Throughout history B2 formal

   Over the course of recorded history; in the past.

   • Historically, trade routes have connected distant civilizations.
   • The region has historically been a center for agriculture.
   • Historically, women were often excluded from higher education.

   🇩🇪Historisch gesehen

   Synonyme: formerlypreviouslytraditionally

2. With respect to history B2 formal

   In a way that relates to the study or interpretation of past events.

   • The event is historically significant for the nation.
   • Historically accurate costumes were used in the film.
   • The document is historically important for understanding the period.

   🇩🇪Historisch

• more historically comparative form
• most historically superlative form