gerade
B1 Adverb
English Translation
straight, just, currently
What does „gerade" mean in English?
„gerade" is a German adverb meaning "straight, just, currently" in English. CEFR Level B1 — Goethe-Institut official vocabulary.
Example Sentences
1
Das Bild hängt nicht gerade.
The picture is not hanging straight.
2
Wir sind gerade beim Essen.
We are eating right now.
3
Kannst du später noch mal anrufen? Ich bin gerade beim Essen.
Can you call again later? I am eating right now.
CEFR Level
B1
Intermediate — main points on familiar topics, travel, and interests.
This word is part of the official Goethe-Institut B1 vocabulary list.
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