adjectiveadverbinterjection
irre
crazy
The German word "irre" is an adjective meaning "crazy," "insane," or "mad." It describes someone or something as mentally unstable or absurd.
Similar words include:
- verrückt (crazy, mad)
- wahnsinnig (insane, mad)
- blöd (stupid, silly)
Differences:
- "Irre" often has a stronger connotation related to mental instability or madness.
- "Verrückt" can be both serious (mental illness) or informal (silly, fun).
- "Wahnsinnig" strongly emphasizes extreme madness or intensity.
- "Blöd" is milder and more about foolishness than insanity.
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Examples
Die Idee klingt wirklich irre und ungewöhnlich.adjective
The idea sounds really crazy and unusual.
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