kaum
hardly
The German word 'kaum' is used to express a very small degree or amount of something, similar to the English word 'hardly'. It can be used to emphasize that something is barely true or barely exists. For example, 'Ich habe kaum Zeit' means 'I hardly have any time'.
Example sentences using: kaum
Ich kann kaum warten.
I can hardly wait.
In this sentence, 'kaum' is used to express a sense of anticipation or eagerness. It translates directly as 'hardly' or 'scarcely', indicating a high degree of impatience.
Er hat kaum Zeit.
He has hardly any time.
Here, 'kaum' is referring to scarcity or shortage. The phrase indicates a highly limited, almost insufficient, amount of time.
Wir sehen uns kaum.
We hardly see each other.
In this usage, 'kaum' demonstrates infrequency or rarity. The sentence highlights a lack of regular personal interaction.