English–German

“useful” in German

German

Alsobrauchbar

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈnʏt͡slɪç/

Example

Das nützliche Werkzeug liegt auf dem Tisch.

The useful tool is on the table.

Illustration for nützlich (useful)

How to say “useful” in German

“Useful” in German is nützlich.

A tool, idea, or piece of advice that fits a task and makes the result easier or better.

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

Example sentences with nützlich

Gezielte Übungen sind nützlich, um neue Redemittel sicher anzuwenden.

Targeted exercises are useful for applying new expressions with confidence.

Tips for using nützlich

  • Nützlich applies naturally to tools, information, advice, methods, and other things, while hilfreich focuses more narrowly on providing help.

Other German words for “useful”

Ein brauchbarer Tipp ist oft hilfreich.

A useful tip is often helpful.

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