German word

taktisch

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈtaktɪʃ/

Meaning

  • adjectivetactical

Example

Seine Entscheidung ist taktischer als meine.

His decision is more tactical than mine.

Illustration for taktisch (tactical)

More examples

Im Gespräch muss man oft taktisch denken, um das Thema zu steuern.

During a conversation, one often needs to think tactically to guide the topic.

Core concept

A carefully timed adjustment turns a specific situation into a short-term advantage.

Common phrases

  • taktisch denken

    think in a tactical way

  • taktische Überlegung

    tactical deliberation

Similar words

strategisch: Directed toward long-term goals through an overall plan.
taktvoll: Sensitive to others and the mood of a situation.
gezielt: Precisely aimed at a defined purpose for greater effect.
geschickt: Carried out skillfully to reach a goal efficiently.

Definition in German

kennzeichnet Vorgehensweisen, die durch geschicktes Anpassen an konkrete Umstände schnell einen Nutzen bringen sollen.

Word origin

Taktisch entered German through Taktik, which came via French tactique from Greek terms for arranging or ordering.

Usage tips

  • Taktisch usually contrasts with strategisch: it concerns the immediate situation, while strategisch concerns a broader or longer-term plan.

Other meanings

  • tacticallyadverb

Opposites

  • unbedachtheedlessadjective

Related words

  • Taktiktacticnoun
  • Taktikwechseltactical shiftnoun

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