Genau so ist es!
[ge-NOW zo ist es]
That is exactly how it is!
Literal gloss:“Exactly so is it!”
When to use:Safe across both Sie and du settings because no personal pronoun restricts it.
Word-by-Word Structure
| German | Meaning | Grammar Note |
|---|---|---|
| Genau so | exactly like that | — |
| ist es | is it (V2 inversion) | — |
Example Sentences in Context
Validating a point
Man braucht am Anfang etwas Geduld mit den Fällen. — Genau so ist es!
You need a bit of patience with the cases at first. — That is exactly right!