präzise
Translation
precise, accurate, exact
Examples
Bitte geben Sie eine präzise Antwort.
Please give a precise answer.
Die Uhr ist sehr präzise.
The watch is very precise.
Er arbeitet präzise.
He works precisely.
Grammar Patterns
präzise + Noun (precise + noun) a precise measurement
Adverbial (adverbially) He can shoot very precisely.
Similar Words
Synonyms: genau, exakt, akkurat; Antonyms: ungenau, vage
Etymology
From French 'précis(e)', from Latin 'praecisus' (cut off, brief).
Memory Tips
It's a direct cognate of the English word 'precise', making it very easy to remember.