fein|abzustimmen
Translation
to fine-tune, to adjust precisely
Examples
Wir müssen den Plan noch feinabstimmen.
We still need to fine-tune the plan.
Der Motor muss feinabgestimmt werden.
The engine needs to be fine-tuned.
Grammar Patterns
((et4)) ((auf+4)) to fine-tune sth. to sth. We need to fine-tune the plan to the new conditions.
Similar Words
Synonyms: justieren (to adjust), anpassen (to adapt), regulieren (to regulate)
Etymology
Composed of 'fein' (fine) and 'abstimmen' (to tune, coordinate). It literally means 'to fine-tune'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'fine-adjusting'. 'Fein' means fine, and 'abstimmen' is to tune or coordinate. Remember it's separable: 'Ich stimme es fein ab.'