adjectiveadjective
irdisch
earthly
Etwas, das zur Erde gehört oder auf der Erde existiert, also nicht himmlisch oder übernatürlich ist.
The German word "irdisch" is an adjective meaning "earthly" or "terrestrial". It is derived from the noun "Erde" (Earth) with the suffix "-isch" which forms adjectives.
- Erde = Earth
- -isch = suffix forming adjectives, similar to "-ish" in English
Similar words:
- weltlich (worldly, secular)
- materialistisch (materialistic)
- profane (profane, non-spiritual)
Differences:
- "irdisch" focuses specifically on belonging to the Earth or physical world, often contrasting with spiritual or heavenly.
- "weltlich" emphasizes secular or non-religious aspects.
- "materialistisch" stresses focus on material possessions or matters.
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Examples
Der Garten hat einen irdischen Charme.adjective
The garden has an earthly charm.
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