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exactly in German

exactly in German is genau, ganz genau — exactly means precisely, with no approximation or margin of error.

exactly in German

genau
adv
(manner) Without approximation; precisely.
ganz genau
intj
Signifies agreement or recognition.

What does "exactly" mean?

  1. adverb Precisely, with no approximation or margin of error.
    "The train left at exactly nine o'clock."
  2. interjection Used on its own to show agreement with what someone just said.
    ""You're saying we should check the facts before we post it?" "Exactly!" replied the editor."
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exactly in a sentence

  • The train left at exactly nine o'clock.
  • Measure exactly so we can be sure it is right.
  • "You're saying we should check the facts before we post it?" "Exactly!" replied the editor.
  • "You mean the shop closes early on Sundays?" "Exactly!" she said.

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What is "exactly" in German?
"exactly" in German is genau, ganz genau. exactly means: Precisely, with no approximation or margin of error.
How do you use "exactly" in a sentence?
Example: "The train left at exactly nine o'clock." In German, "exactly" is genau, ganz genau.
Are there other ways to say "exactly" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "exactly": genau, ganz genau.
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