Meaning 1formal · 82%
A short time ago or in the recent past.
Natural examples
Jüngst wurde ein neuer Radweg eröffnet.
A new cycle path was opened recently.
Die jüngst veröffentlichten Zahlen zeigen einen Rückgang.
The recently published figures show a decline.
Jüngst trafen sich die Minister zu Gesprächen.
The ministers met for talks recently.
Usage note
Jüngst often appears in news or elevated style. As an adverb it means recently; as an adjective it can mean youngest.
Mini-lesson: jüngst
A short time ago or in the recent past. Jüngst often appears in news or elevated style. As an adverb it means recently; as an adjective it can mean youngest.
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