genauer
Translation
more precise, more accurate, more exact, in more detail
Examples
Kannst du das genauer erklären?
Can you explain that in more detail?
Ich brauche eine genauere Information.
I need more precise information.
Grammar Patterns
as an adverb to explain in more detail Can you explain that genauer?
as an adjective a more precise description eine genauere Beschreibung
Similar Words
Synonyms: präziser, exakter; Antonyms: ungenauer, vager
Etymology
Comparative form of the adjective 'genau' (precise). The '-er' suffix indicates the comparative.
Memory Tips
Think of 'genau' as being 'now' or on the dot. 'Genauer' is even more 'now', more precise.