Punkt

Meaning and Usage

"Punkt" means "point" or "period" in German and is used to indicate a particular moment in time or a specific location in space.

Linguistic Analysis

The word "Punkt" has its origins in Latin through Middle High German and shares etymological connections with the English word "point."

Comparisons between German and English

"Punkt" corresponds to "point" in English, both in the sense of a particular moment in time or a specific location in space.

Example Sentences

1. Treffen wir uns um 8 Uhr, Punkt? (Shall we meet at 8 o'clock, sharp?)
2. An diesem Punkt müssen wir eine Entscheidung treffen. (At this point, we have to make a decision.)

Memory Tips

Connect "Punkt" with the English word "point" to remember its meaning and usage, focusing on specific moments or locations.

Additional Vocabulary

Synonyms: Moment (moment), Zeitpunkt (timepoint) Antonyms: Dauer (duration), Weite (expanse)

Gender and Plural (for nouns)

Gender: masculine Plural: die Punkte