ADJECTIVE
neu/nɔɪ̯/new; recent
neu is a German adjective that means new or recent. It is pronounced /nɔɪ̯/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "neuer" and "neusten".
Definitions
1.not existing before; encountered for the first time or only recently developed(general)
a.recently created, bought or invented; not used before
Ich habe ein neues Auto gekauft.—I bought a new car.
2.not previously known, seen, or experienced(unfamiliar)
a.not previously experienced or known by someone
Das ist neu für mich.—That is new to me.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | neu |
|---|---|
| Comparative | neuer |
| Superlative | neusten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "neu" mean in English?
- "neu" means new or recent. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "neu"?
- "neu" is pronounced /nɔɪ̯/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "neu"?
- The comparative of "neu" is "neuer" and the superlative is "neusten".
- What part of speech is "neu"?
- "neu" is a adjective in German.
