ADJECTIVE
extern/ˌɛksˈtɛʁn/external; outside
extern is a German adjective that means external or outside. It is pronounced /ˌɛksˈtɛʁn/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "externer" and "externsten".
Definitions
1.located or coming from outside; external(general)
a.relating to or situated on the outside of something
Die externe Festplatte ist mit dem Computer verbunden.—The external hard drive is connected to the computer.
b.not belonging to the inner group; from outside
Wir arbeiten häufig mit externen Beratern zusammen.—We often work with external consultants.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | extern |
|---|---|
| Comparative | externer |
| Superlative | externsten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "extern" mean in English?
- "extern" means external or outside. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "extern"?
- "extern" is pronounced /ˌɛksˈtɛʁn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "extern"?
- The comparative of "extern" is "externer" and the superlative is "externsten".
- What part of speech is "extern"?
- "extern" is a adjective in German.
