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Strict, precise, and without exceptions or deviations. Describes the consistent observance of rules, instructions, or principles.
In diesem Bereich des Krankenhauses gelten strikte Hygienevorschriften.
Strict hygiene regulations apply in this area of the hospital.
The adjective 'strikt' (strict) is often used with nouns that refer to rules, principles, or separations. Common combinations are 'strikte Regeln' (strict rules), 'eine strikte Trennung' (a strict separation), 'ein striktes Verbot' (a strict ban), or 'eine strikte Diät' (a strict diet).
Er hält sich an eine sehr strikte Diät ohne Zucker.
He follows a very strict diet without sugar.
'Strikt' (strictly) can also be used as an adverb to modify a verb. It then means 'precisely' or 'consistently.' Typical verbs are 'strikt befolgen' (to follow strictly), 'strikt einhalten' (to strictly observe/adhere to), or 'strikt trennen' (to strictly separate).
Wir müssen die Anweisungen des Chefs strikt befolgen.
We must follow the boss's instructions strictly.
A very common construction is 'sich strikt an etwas (Akkusativ) halten' (to strictly stick to something). It means that you follow a rule or plan very precisely.
Die Mitarbeiter müssen sich strikt an die Sicherheitsvorschriften halten.
The employees must strictly adhere to the safety regulations.
exact / precise
'genau' and 'strikt' can both mean that one does not deviate from something. 'genau' describes precision more: something is exactly right or is done carefully. 'strikt' describes strictness more: rules, instructions, or principles are followed without exception. Learners may confuse the words because both show a kind of exactness. 'genau' fits better with measurements, information, and careful work. 'strikt' fits better with rules and prohibitions.
Wegen der Sicherheit gelten im Labor strikte Regeln.
For safety reasons, strict rules apply in the laboratory.
Am Bahnhof ist die Ansage genau und gut verständlich.
At the train station, the announcement is precise and easy to understand.