Translation guide
Expresses that something is so extreme or large that it is shocking or hard to believe. In Japanese, this is usually conveyed through adverbs like 驚くほど (amazingly), 信じられないくらい (unbelievably), or 途方もなく (immensely), often combined with adjectives or verbs.
To emphasize that a quality or amount is so great it is almost unbelievable.
Literally 'to the extent that one is surprised'. A common and natural way to say 'staggeringly' when describing a surprising degree of something.
He is staggeringly tall.
To describe an action or situation that is shocking due to its irresponsibility, rudeness, etc.
Literally 'to the extent of being appalled'. Used when something is staggeringly bad, stupid, or rude.
These expressions are adverbs and directly modify adjectives or verbs. Place them before the word they modify, just like in English.
staggeringly fast
Do not try to translate 'staggeringly' with words related to physical stumbling (e.g., よろめく). It will not make sense.
The project cost a staggeringly large amount of money.
Means 'to an unbelievable extent'. Very natural in casual and spoken Japanese.
The scenery was staggeringly beautiful.
Means 'immensely' or 'extraordinarily'. Often used with words like 大きい (big) or 高い (expensive/high). Slightly more literary.
It's a staggeringly ambitious plan.
A very common intensifier meaning 'tremendously' or 'awfully'. Works in many contexts but is slightly more casual.
I'm staggeringly tired.
His attitude was staggeringly rude.
Similar to 信じられないくらい, but ほど can sound slightly more formal or emphatic.
He is staggeringly irresponsible.