Translation of German word "fünf" to English
fünf
/fʏnf/
Meaning
NumeralA numerical value equal to 5; the number following four and preceding six.
How to use
fünf ('five') is a cardinal number. Fünfe gerade sein lassen — To turn a blind eye / not be too strict (idiom).
🇬🇧 English
five
Example
Ich habe fünf Freunde.
I have five friends.
Der Tisch hat fünf Beine.
The table has five legs.
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- fünfe gerade sein lassen— to not be too particular / let things slide
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What is the definition of the German word "fünf"?▼
The German word "fünf" is defined as: "A numerical value equal to 5; the number following four and preceding six."
What does the German word "fünf" mean?▼
The German word "fünf" means "five" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich habe fünf Freunde." (which translates as "I have five friends.").
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