Translation of German word "genau" to English
genau
/ɡənaʊ/
Meaning
VerbWithout approximation; precisely.
How to use
genau ('exact / exactly / precise / accurate') is an adjective and adverb (not a verb). Genau um 10 Uhr — Exactly at 10 o'clock. Ganz genau! — Exactly! / Quite right!
🇬🇧 English
exactly
Example
Ich bin genau 20 Jahre alt.
I am exactly 20 years old.
Die Uhr zeigt genau 3 Uhr.
The clock shows exactly 3 o'clock.
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Common phrases
- genau genommen— strictly speaking / in fact
- genau so— exactly like that / just so
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the definition of the German word "genau"?▼
The German word "genau" is defined as: "Without approximation; precisely."
What does the German word "genau" mean?▼
The German word "genau" means "exactly" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "genau"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich bin genau 20 Jahre alt." (which translates as "I am exactly 20 years old.").
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