Adjective
eng
Pronunciation: /ɛŋ/
narrow, tight
A2
rank #1,536
Meanings
Adjective
- narrow, tight
- close
Example sentence
Die Straße ist zu eng für zwei Lastwagen.
The road is too narrow for two lorries.
Usage
- zu eng für etwas — Für plus accusative names what does not fit.
- eine enge Freundschaft — Figuratively, eng can describe a close relationship.
Die Schuhe sind vorne zu eng.
The shoes are too tight at the front.