Adjective
punktuell
Pronunciation: /pʊŋ(k)tʊˈɛl/
selective, isolated
C2
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Meanings
Adjective
- selective, isolated
- at certain points, in places
- sporadic
Example sentence
Die Behörde kontrolliert nur punktuell.
The authority only carries out spot checks.
Word forms
punktuell
Usage
- punktuelle Verbesserungen — improvements in selected places or aspects
- punktuell / flächendeckend — at selected points versus across an entire area
Die Überarbeitung brachte nur punktuelle Verbesserungen am Entwurf.
The revision brought only isolated improvements to the design.