Genau

exact; precise; accurate

English translations

  1. 01

    exactly

  2. 02

    precisely

  3. 03

    right

Word details

German meaning
Exakt, präzise und ohne Abweichung.
English meaning
exact
Synonym
präzise, exakt
German example
Die Uhr geht genau.
English example
The clock is exact.
Comparative
genauerSuperlative: am genauesten
Opposite of
exactungenau

Example sentences with “Genau”

  1. Können Sie das bitte etwas genauer erklären? (Can you please explain that a bit more precisely?)

Frequently asked questions

Is 'genau' used as an interjection?

Yes, it is very commonly used as a filler word meaning 'Exactly!' or 'I agree'.