precise

prɪˈsaɪs
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Translation of precise into German

Adjective

1.

exactness

exact and accurate in every detail
  • The measurements were precise to the millimeter.Die Messungen waren bis auf den Millimeter präzise.
2.

rules

strict in following rules or standards
  • She was precise in her adherence to the guidelines.Sie war präzise in ihrer Einhaltung der Richtlinien.
3.

science

consistent and closely clustered results
  • The experiment yielded precise results each time.Das Experiment lieferte jedes Mal präzise Ergebnisse.
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Expressions with precise: examples in English and translations in German

genau in diesem Moment
exakt zu diesem Zeitpunkt
At that precise moment, the phone rang.
kurz und präzise
knapp und präzise
The report was short and precise, covering all the necessary points.
genauer gesagt
I have three siblings, to be precise, two brothers and one sister.

Synonyms and analogies of precise in English

adj.accurateexactcorrectMore synonyms

Examples of precise in a sentence

  • The artist's work is known for its precise details.
  • His precise nature made him a great referee.
  • The precise rules were followed without exception.
  • The new sensor gives precise measurements.
  • Repeated trials produced remarkably precise data.

Translations of "precise" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Adjective
präziseadj.

The chef learned to edge his blades for precise cooking tasks.

Der Koch lernte, seine Klingen für präzise Kochaufgaben zu wetzen.

genauadj.

A precise demarcation of their duties was necessary for project success.

Eine genaue Abgrenzung ihrer Aufgaben war notwendig für den Erfolg des Projekts.

exakteadj.

The manager asked for a round figure rather than precise sales numbers.

Der Manager bat um eine runde Zahl statt um exakte Verkaufszahlen.

exaktadj.

Suspension maintenance and tuning requires tools designed for a precise fit.

Für Wartung und Tuning von Federgabeln werden exakt passende Werkzeuge benötigt.

konkretadj.

The images are abstract, imaginative, but still very precise.

Die Bilder sind abstrakt, fantasievoll und doch sehr konkret.

klaradj.

Your vague answer won't do, the manager expects clear and precise information.

Deine vage Antwort geht nicht, der Chef erwartet klare und präzise Informationen.

passgenauadj.

The app enables a precise allocation of orders to suitable trucks.

Die App ermöglicht eine passgenaue Zuweisung von Aufträgen zu geeigneten Fahrzeugen.

bestimmtadj.

Positive and enthusiastic replies came... from three very precise zones.

Positive und begeisterte Reaktionen kamen... aus drei ganz bestimmten Zonen.

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Other translations for precise:

  • akkuratadj.
  • sorgfältigadj.
  • akribischadj.
  • pünktlichadj.
  • scharfadj.
  • penibeladj.

precise: Examples and translations in context

It's essential to thread the needle correctly for precise stitching.

Für präzises Nähen ist es wichtig, den Faden korrekt einzufädeln.

They will mold the metal into precise components for the machines.

Sie werden das Metall zu präzisen Komponenten für die Maschinen schmieden.

He marked the wood using the measuring tape for precise cutting.

Er markierte das Holz mit dem Maßband für präzises Schneiden.

He summarized the crux of the matter in just two precise sentences.

Er fasste den Kern der Sache in nur zwei präzisen Sätzen zusammen.

Lifting a steel plate requires precise equipment and skilled operators.

Das Heben eines Stahlblechs erfordert präzise Ausrüstung und geschulte Bediener.

His cast was so precise that it impressed everyone around.

Sein Wurf war so präzise, dass er alle Umstehenden beeindruckte.

The mentalist impressed the audience with his precise cold reading of strangers.

Der Mentalist beeindruckte das Publikum mit seinem präzisen Cold Reading von Fremden.

This rig allows for precise measurements that are essential for the research.

Diese Vorrichtung ermöglicht präzise Messungen, die für die Forschung unerlässlich sind.

See also:

to be precise
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