genau
exact
The German word 'genau' is used to describe something that is precise, accurate, or exact. It can be used as an adjective or an adverb, and is often used in sentences to emphasize the correctness or accuracy of a statement or fact. For example, one might say 'Das ist genau richtig' to mean 'That is exactly right'.
Example sentences using: genau
Das ist genau das, was ich meinte.
That is exactly what I meant.
This sentence is used when the speaker wants to express that something is precisely or exactly as they meant or said. It emphasizes the accuracy of a previous statement or point of view.
Ich komme genau um 5 Uhr.
I am coming at exactly 5 o'clock.
This sentence is typically used when scheduling or planning something and you want to confirm the exact time of arrival or occurrence. In this example, 'genau' emphasizes the preciseness of the time.
Er trinkt genau einen Kaffee jeden Tag.
He drinks exactly one coffee every day.
In this sentence, 'genau' is used to quantify and specify an exact amount. The speaker in the sentence emphasizes the exact daily amount of coffee the person drinks.