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How do you say "right (correct)" in German?
richtig
In German, "right (correct)" is richtig.
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Pronunciation
Say 'RIKH-tikh' with stress on the first syllable. Two syllables.
Grammar notes
Richtig is an adjective meaning right, correct, or proper. Comparative: richtiger, superlative: am richtigsten.
Example sentence
Das ist richtig.
That is right.
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How to remember richtig
Richtig sounds like 'right'. When you are richtig, you are on the right course.
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Questions about richtig
How do you say "right (correct)" in German?
In German, "right (correct)" is richtig. It is a noun.
How is richtig written in German?
richtig is written using the standard German script.
How is richtig used in a sentence?
Use richtig as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Das ist richtig. (That is right.).
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