adjective
freistehend
detached
Etwas steht allein und ist nicht mit einem anderen Gebäude oder Gegenstand verbunden.
The German word "freistehend" is an adjective meaning "detached" or "freestanding".
- It is composed of:
- "frei" = free
- "stehend" = standing (from the verb "stehen" = to stand)
Similar words:
- unabhängig (independent) — focus is more on autonomy, less on physical placement.
- isoliert (isolated) — emphasizes separation or loneliness rather than simply standing apart.
- separat (separate) — more about division or being separate, not necessarily physically standing alone.
Difference:
"Freistehend" specifically describes something physically standing alone or separate from other objects (e.g., a freestanding house or lamp), whereas the similar words may refer to independence, separation, or isolation without the physical aspect.
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Examples
Das Haus ist freistehend.adjective
The house is detached.
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