ADVERB

nur/nuːɐ̯/only; just; merely

nur is a German adverb that means only, just, or merely. It is pronounced /nuːɐ̯/.

Definitions

1.exclusively or no more than(restriction)

a.not more than a specified amount or number

Es gibt nur drei Äpfel auf dem Tisch.There are only three apples on the table.

b.nothing or nobody else

Ich spreche nur Deutsch.I speak only German.

2.simply; just (emphasizing a limitation or minimization)(limitation)

a.emphasizing how little or simple something is

Ich wollte dir nur helfen.I just wanted to help you.

Frequently asked questions

What does "nur" mean in English?
"nur" means only, just, or merely. It is a German adverb.
How do you pronounce "nur"?
"nur" is pronounced /nuːɐ̯/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "nur"?
"nur" is a adverb in German.

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