Translation of German word "richtig" to English
richtig
/ˈʁɪçtɪç/
Meaning
AdjectiveFree from error; true; accurate.
How to use
richtig ('correct / right / real') is an adjective. Die richtige Antwort — The correct answer. Richtig! — Correct! / That's right!
🇬🇧 English
correct
Example
Die Antwort ist richtig.
The answer is correct.
Die Uhr ist richtig gestellt.
The clock is set correctly.
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Common phrases
- richtig liegen— to be right / correct
- nicht richtig im Kopf sein— to be not right in the head (idiom)
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What is the definition of the German word "richtig"?▼
The German word "richtig" is defined as: "Free from error; true; accurate."
What does the German word "richtig" mean?▼
The German word "richtig" means "correct" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "richtig"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Die Antwort ist richtig." (which translates as "The answer is correct.").
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