ADJECTIVE
fein/faɪ̯n/fine; delicate; subtle
fein is a German adjective that means fine, delicate, or subtle. It is pronounced /faɪ̯n/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "feiner" and "feinsten".
Definitions
1.having a very small, smooth, or thin structure; fine, delicate(quality, texture)
a.very small or thin in size or structure
Das Mehl ist sehr fein gemahlen.—The flour is ground very finely.
2.polite, noble, or refined(character, manners)
a.showing good manners or sophistication
Er hat sehr feine Manieren.—He has very refined manners.
3.subtle, with a high degree of sensitivity(sense, perception)
a.having great sensitivity or distinction
Sie hat ein feines Gespür für Musik.—She has a fine instinct for music.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | fein |
|---|---|
| Comparative | feiner |
| Superlative | feinsten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "fein" mean in English?
- "fein" means fine, delicate, or subtle. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "fein"?
- "fein" is pronounced /faɪ̯n/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "fein"?
- The comparative of "fein" is "feiner" and the superlative is "feinsten".
- What part of speech is "fein"?
- "fein" is a adjective in German.
