Example: Ich habe nur noch eine Stunde Zeit zum Lernen.
Definition
"Nur noch" is a German phrase used to indicate that only a limited amount of something remains, often time or quantity, emphasizing that nothing more is left beyond what is specified. For example, "Ich habe nur noch eine Stunde Zeit" means "I only have one hour left."
Translations
only ... left
solo queda
alleen nog
només queda
il ne reste plus que
Etymology
The phrase "nur noch" combines two German words: "nur," meaning "only," and "noch," meaning "still" or "yet." Together, they stress the limited remainder of something. Did you know? This combination is often used to express urgency or finality in everyday language.
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only ... left