kurz /kˈʊɐts/ · adjective · CEFR B2. German translation of "brief".

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Source term
brief
Translation
kurz
CEFR Level
B2
Part of speech
adjective
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Dictionary form kurz
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How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
kurz + noun / It is kurz
Examples
Sie gab eine kurze Erklärung, bevor sie mit der Hauptpräsentation begann.
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Example Sentences

Sie gab eine kurze Erklärung, bevor sie mit der Hauptpräsentation begann.

English: She gave a brief explanation before starting the main presentation.

B2 · Information And Visualization

Sein Besuch war kurz, weil er ein anderes wichtiges Treffen hatte.

English: His visit was brief because he had another important meeting.

B2 · Information And Visualization

Der Artikel gibt einen kurzen Überblick über das gesamte Forschungsprojekt.

English: The article provides a brief overview of the entire research project.

B2 · Information And Visualization

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