Particle
sprich
Pronunciation: /ʃpʁɪç/
that is; in other words; namely
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Meanings
Particle
- that is; in other words; namely
- Used to introduce a (typically laconic) clarification or explanation; that is, meaning
- Used to parenthetically indicate a pronunciation
Example sentence
Er arbeitet im öffentlichen Dienst, sprich bei der Stadt.
He works in the public sector, that is, for the city.
Usage
- sprich: … — in other words: …; introduces a clarification
- sprich / Sprich! — clarifying particle / imperative of sprechen; context determines the use
Wir brauchen mehr Platz, sprich einen größeren Raum.
We need more space, in other words, a larger room.