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German ADJECTIVE A1 Rank 13469

gekommen

come

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wie gerufen kommen

to come at just the right time

A fixed expression meaning that someone or something appears or happens at exactly the right, suitable moment.

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Dein Angebot, mir beim Umzug zu helfen, kommt wie gerufen!

Your offer to help me move comes at just the right time!

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gekommen vs rechtzeitig

in time / on time

'rechtzeitig' and 'wie gerufen gekommen' both have to do with a suitable moment. 'rechtzeitig' says in a neutral way that something happens early enough for it to still work out. The expression 'wie gerufen kommen' emphasizes more strongly that someone or something appears at exactly the right moment and is very helpful. It is often used when a situation suddenly gets better. The words are therefore not simply interchangeable: 'rechtzeitig' fits appointments and deadlines, while 'wie gerufen gekommen' fits help or a lucky moment.

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gekommen

Du bist mit dem Werkzeug wie gerufen gekommen.

You came with the tools at just the right time.

rechtzeitig

Die Fahrerin bremst rechtzeitig vor der roten Ampel.

The driver brakes in time before the red light.

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