ADJECTIVE

spezifisch/ʃpeˈt͡siːfɪʃ/specific; particular; distinct

spezifisch is a German adjective that means specific, particular, or distinct. It is pronounced /ʃpeˈt͡siːfɪʃ/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "spezifischer" and "spezifischsten".

Definitions

1.precise and clearly distinguishing one thing from others; specific(generally)

a.relating to a distinct or unique characteristic

Wir brauchen eine spezifische Lösung für dieses Problem.—We need a specific solution for this problem.

2.having a uniquely determined effect or property(science/medicine)

a.relating to distinct reactions or functions in science

Das Medikament wirkt sehr spezifisch auf die betroffenen Zellen.—The medication acts very specifically on the affected cells.

Adjective Forms

Positivespezifisch
Comparativespezifischer
Superlativespezifischsten

Frequently asked questions

What does "spezifisch" mean in English?
"spezifisch" means specific, particular, or distinct. It is a German adjective.
How do you pronounce "spezifisch"?
"spezifisch" is pronounced /ʃpeˈt͡siːfɪʃ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What are the comparative and superlative of "spezifisch"?
The comparative of "spezifisch" is "spezifischer" and the superlative is "spezifischsten".
What part of speech is "spezifisch"?
"spezifisch" is a adjective in German.

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