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put one's finger on in German

put one's finger on in German is identifizieren, erkennen.

put one's finger on in German

identifizieren

verb

(idiomatic, chiefly in the negative) To identify, specify, name or pick out.

erkennen

verb

(idiomatic, chiefly in the negative) To identify, specify, name or pick out.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Common German translations

the of to AND A in I that for you IT on

Frequently asked questions

What is "put one's finger on" in German?

"put one's finger on" in German is identifizieren, erkennen.

Are there other ways to say "put one's finger on" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "put one's finger on": identifizieren, erkennen.

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