Genau
Example: Ich weiß genau, wo mein Buch liegt.
Definition
"Genau" is an adverb meaning exactly or precisely. It is used to indicate that something is accurate or correct without any doubt or deviation, as in the phrase "Ich weiß genau, wo mein Buch liegt," meaning I know exactly where my book is.
Etymology
The word "genau" comes from Middle High German "genouwe," which meant accurate or exact. It is related to the Old High German "ginuowa," meaning sufficient or exact, and ultimately traces back to Proto-Germanic roots. Did you know? "Genau" is closely related to the English word "enough," showing how meanings can shift over time.
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"Genau" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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