step by step in German

step by step in German is Schritt für Schritt, nach und nach, schrittweise — step by step means by moving through one stage at a time, in a fixed order, so that nothing is skipped.

step by step in German

Schritt für Schritt

adv

Gradually and steadily.

nach und nach

adv

Gradually and steadily.

schrittweise

adv

Gradually and steadily.

in Einzelschritten

adj

Proceeding from one step to the next in sequence.

schrittweise

adj

Proceeding from one step to the next in sequence.

What does "step by step" mean?

adverb By moving through one stage at a time, in a fixed order, so that nothing is skipped.
"She talked me through the tax return step by step until it was finished."
adjective Set out as a numbered or ordered series of stages that are easy to follow.
"The manual includes step-by-step instructions with photographs."

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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”.

step by step in a sentence

She talked me through the tax return step by step until it was finished.
Recovery happens step by step, not all at once.
The manual includes step-by-step instructions with photographs.
I found a step-by-step guide to installing the software.

Similar words in German

detailed gradually incremental sequential systematically

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "step by step" in German?

"step by step" in German is Schritt für Schritt, nach und nach, schrittweise. step by step means: By moving through one stage at a time, in a fixed order, so that nothing is skipped.

How do you use "step by step" in a sentence?

Example: "She talked me through the tax return step by step until it was finished." In German, "step by step" is Schritt für Schritt, nach und nach, schrittweise.

Are there other ways to say "step by step" in German?

Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "step by step": Schritt für Schritt, nach und nach, schrittweise, in Einzelschritten.

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