English–German
“on time” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈpʏŋktlɪç/
Example
Der Zug kommt pünktlich an.
The train arrives on time.
How to say “on time” in German
“On time” in German is pünktlich.
A scheduled event starts when its designated clock mark arrives, neither late nor off schedule.
Example sentences with pünktlich
Wenn du pünktlich antwortest, wirkt das professioneller.
If you reply on time, you look more professional.
Tips for using pünktlich
- Pünktlich can describe people as well as events, as in Er ist immer pünktlich, meaning that he reliably arrives on time.