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yardstick in German

yardstick in German is Maßstab — yardstick means a measuring stick that is one yard, or thirty-six inches, long.

yardstick in German

Maßstab

noun

(figuratively) A standard to which other measurements or comparisons are judged.

What does "yardstick" mean?

noun A measuring stick that is one yard, or thirty-six inches, long.
noun A standard used for judging or comparing other things.

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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”.

Similar words in German

benchmark norm

Common German translations

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What is "yardstick" in German?

"yardstick" in German is Maßstab. yardstick means: A measuring stick that is one yard, or thirty-six inches, long.

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