grad

This is the 249th most frequent German word.


grad

The German word "grad" means "degree" (as in angles, temperature, or level).


In this sentence, "grad" is a colloquial abbreviation for "gerade," meaning "just now" or "currently." It indicates a short-term or immediate timing of the action.

Ich habe grad keine Zeit.

I just don't have time right now.


Here, "Grad" means "degrees," a unit of temperature measurement. It's used in a technical or scientific context.

Die Temperatur beträgt 20 Grad.

The temperature is 20 degrees.


In this sentence, "Grad" refers to an academic "degree." It signifies a level or rank achieved in a formal educational setting.

Er hat den Grad eines Doktors erreicht.

He has obtained the degree of a doctor.