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German Phrase

Geringe Latenz ist besser fürs Zocken.

/ˈɡeːʁɪɡə ˈlaːtɛnts ɪst ˈbɛsɐ fʏʁs ˈt͡sɔkən/
Meaning"Low latency is better for gaming."
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Meaning

The sentence states that low latency (i.e., a short delay in data transmission) improves the gaming experience. It is a common claim when comparing internet connections, routers, or gaming hardware.

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When to use

Use this phrase when talking about technical specs of a network, choosing a gaming PC, or comparing online‑gaming performance. It fits casual conversations among gamers or in a tech‑review blog.

✦Grammar Breakdown

GeringeLatenzistbesserfürsZocken

1

Adjektivdeklination (Geringe)

‘Geringe’ is a weakly declined adjective in nominative feminine singular, matching the noun ‘Latenz’ (die Latenz).

2

Nomen (Latenz)

‘Latenz’ is a feminine noun (die Latenz) meaning ‘latency’ or ‘delay’.

3

Verb ‘sein’ (ist)

‘ist’ is the 3rd person singular present of ‘sein’ (to be).

4

Komparativ (besser)

‘besser’ is the comparative form of ‘gut’, used to compare two situations.

5

Präposition + Artikel (fürs)

‘fürs’ is the colloquial contraction of ‘für das’, used with neuter accusative nouns.

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Nominalisiertes Verb (Zocken)

‘Zocken’ is a nominalized verb meaning ‘gaming’; it functions like a neuter noun (das Zocken).

🗨In Conversation

A

Geringe Latenz ist besser fürs Zocken, oder?

Low latency is better for gaming, right?

Ja, das merkt man sofort beim Online‑Multiplayer.

Yes, you notice it instantly in online multiplayer.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Geringe Latenz ist besser für das Zocken.

    In casual speech ‘fürs’ is preferred; ‘für das’ sounds stiff.

  • Geringe Latenz ist besser als fürs Zocken.

    ‘besser als’ needs a comparison object; here you just state a fact.

  • Latenz ist gering, das ist besser fürs Zocken.

    ‘Geringe Latenz’ (low latency) is the idiomatic noun phrase; ‘Latenz ist gering’ sounds unnatural.

↔Alternatives

  • Niedrige Latenz ist besser zum Spielen.

    Low latency is better for playing.

  • Weniger Latenz verbessert das Zocken.

    Less latency improves gaming.

  • Eine geringe Latenz ist ideal fürs Gaming.

    A low latency is ideal for gaming.

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Cultural Tip

‘Zocken’ is informal slang for playing video games and is common among German‑speaking gamers. The contraction ‘fürs’ (instead of ‘für das’) gives the sentence a relaxed, colloquial tone, so it’s best used in casual conversation or online forums, not in formal technical documentation.