short in German
short in German is kurz, klein, kurz (für) — short means not long in length, distance, or duration.
short in German
kurz
Having a small distance from one end or edge to another, either horizontally or vertically.
klein
(of a person) Of comparatively small height.
kurz
(of a person) Of comparatively small height.
kurz
Having little duration.
klein
Having little duration.
kurz (für)
(followed by for) Of a word or phrase, constituting an abbreviation (for another) or shortened form (of another).
kurz
(followed by for) Of a word or phrase, constituting an abbreviation (for another) or shortened form (of another).
kurzschließen
(transitive) To cause a short circuit in (something).
What does "short" mean?
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adjective Not long in length, distance, or duration.
"It was a short walk to the station."
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adjective Of a person, not tall.
"He was short compared to his older brother."
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adjective Curt or abrupt in manner.
"She was a bit short with me on the phone."
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adjective Lacking enough of something, especially money.
"We're short on staff this week."
short in a sentence
- It was a short walk to the station.
- We only have a short time before the meeting.
- He was short compared to his older brother.
- She was a bit short with me on the phone.
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Common German translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "short" in German?
"short" in German is kurz, klein, kurz (für). short means: Not long in length, distance, or duration.
How do you use "short" in a sentence?
Example: "It was a short walk to the station." In German, "short" is kurz, klein, kurz (für).
Are there other ways to say "short" in German?
Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "short": kurz, klein, kurz (für), kurzschließen.
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