ADJECTIVE

hoch/hoːx/high; tall

hoch is a German adjective that means high or tall. It is pronounced /hoːx/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "höher" and "höchsten".

Definitions

1.having a great vertical extent; above average in position or value(height, level, value)

a.of physical height or elevation

Der Berg ist höher als der Hügel.The mountain is higher than the hill.

b.of intensity or value

Die Preise sind dieses Jahr höher als letztes Jahr.The prices are higher this year than last year.

Adjective Forms

Positivehoch
Comparativehöher
Superlativehöchsten

Frequently asked questions

What does "hoch" mean in English?
"hoch" means high or tall. It is a German adjective.
How do you pronounce "hoch"?
"hoch" is pronounced /hoːx/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What are the comparative and superlative of "hoch"?
The comparative of "hoch" is "höher" and the superlative is "höchsten".
What part of speech is "hoch"?
"hoch" is a adjective in German.

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