English–German

“limit” in German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈlɪmɪt/

Example

Das Limit ist überschritten.

The limit has been exceeded.

Illustration for Limit (limit)

How to say “limit” in German

“Limit” in German is Limit.

A red line on a gauge marks the point beyond which a reading or permitted action must not go.

Full entry for Limit: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Limit

Wir sollten ein Limit setzen.

We should set a limit.

Tips for using Limit

  • The phrase am Limit sein describes reaching the capacity of a person or system and does not by itself identify a legal restriction.

Other German words for “limit”

Wir haben den Grenzwert deutlich überschritten.

We have significantly exceeded the limit.

Die Veranstalter begrenzen die Besucherzahl.

The organizers limit the number of visitors.

Ich beschränke die Nutzung des Computers.

I limit computer use.

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