häufig

häufiger · am häufigsten
Based on: Haufen
Goethe B1 Adjective #63 Adjective
1.

often

(less common than "oft". Originally related to "der Haufen" which is "the heap".)
Examples
  • Schlechter Kundenservice ist die häufigste Beschwerde über diese Firma.
  • Bad customer service is the most common complaint about the company.

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How many meanings does the German word 'häufig' have?

häufig has 1 distinct meaning: 1. often.

What is the comparative and superlative of 'häufig'?

comparative: häufiger / superlative: am häufigsten

What is 'häufig' related to?

The word 'häufig' is related to Haufen.

Where can I learn more about 'häufig'?

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