neuw

archaic spelling of 'neu'; new, novel.

English translations

  1. 01

    new

Word details

German meaning
Kurzform für 'neuwertig', also fast wie neu.
English meaning
Like new
Synonym
frisch, ungebraucht
German example
Das gebrauchte Auto ist in neuwertigem Zustand.
English example
The used car is in like-new condition.
Comparative
neuwerSuperlative: am neuwesten

Example sentences with “neuw”

  1. Ein neuw Anfang ist gemacht. (A new beginning has been made.)

Frequently asked questions

Is 'neuw' still used in German?

No, 'neuw' is an archaic spelling of the adjective 'neu'. The 'w' was historically added to indicate the pronunciation of the diphthong, but it is incorrect in modern German.