Translation of German word "ganz" to English
ganz
/ɡants/
Meaning
VerbTo the full or entire extent.
How to use
The word 'ganz' is often used to emphasize the completeness or totality of something.
🇬🇧 English
entirely
Example
Es liegt ganz bei Ihnen, wohin wir gehen, denn ich bin überall zufrieden.
It's entirely up to you where we go, because I'm happy everywhere.
Der Kuchen war noch nicht ganz aufgegessen, daher wurde ein Teil für später aufbewahrt.
The cake wasn't completely eaten yet, so some was saved for later.
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Common phrases
- ganz und gar— entirely and completely
- ganz zu schweigen von— not to mention
- ganz im Gegenteil— quite the opposite
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Frequency rank: #111 in German
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of the German word "ganz"?▼
The German word "ganz" is defined as: "To the full or entire extent."
What does the German word "ganz" mean?▼
The German word "ganz" means "entirely" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "ganz"?▼
You can hear the correct audio pronunciation of the word "ganz" by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see an example sentence with "ganz"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Er ist ganz müde." (which translates as "It's entirely up to you where we go, because I'm happy everywhere.").
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