adjectiveadverb
pünktlich
punctual
Wenn jemand zur vereinbarten Zeit ankommt oder etwas genau zur richtigen Zeit passiert, nennt man das so.
The German word "pünktlich" is an adjective meaning "punctual" or "on time".
- It is derived from "Punkt" (point or dot), emphasizing something happening exactly at a set point in time.
Similar words:
- "rechtzeitig" (timely, in time)
- "fristgerecht" (within the deadline)
- "termingerecht" (according to schedule)
Differences:
- "pünktlich" stresses arriving or happening exactly at the agreed time.
- "rechtzeitig" suggests doing something early enough, not just exactly on time.
- "fristgerecht" and "termingerecht" are often used in formal or official contexts regarding deadlines or schedules.
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Examples
Ein pünktlicher Mitarbeiter wird immer geschätzt.adjective
A punctual employee is always appreciated.
Die pünktliche Lieferung erleichterte unsere Planung.adjective
The punctual delivery made our planning easier.
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