adjectiveadverb
flüssig
fluently · liquid
The German word "flüssig" is an adjective meaning "liquid" or "fluid" in a physical sense. It directly relates to a substance that flows easily, like water or oil. It can also be used figuratively to describe smoothness, e.g., "flüssiges Sprechen" (fluent speaking).
- Root word: "Fluss" means "flow" (a noun, "river" as well).
Similar words:
- fließend (flowing, fluent),
- gelöst (loose, relaxed),
- geschmeidig (supple, smooth).
Difference:
- flüssig refers more to the physical state or metaphorical smoothness.
- fließend emphasizes the continuous movement or fluency (e.g., in language).
- gelöst/geschmeidig relate more to ease/relaxation rather than liquidity.
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Examples
Er spricht Deutsch flüssig.adverb
He speaks German fluently.
Die flüssige Butter wurde vorsichtig verrührt.adjective
The liquid butter was carefully stirred.
Können Sie diesen Text flüssig vorlesen?adverb
Can you read this text fluently?
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