liegend
lying · lie · lying down
In einer waagerechten Lage auf einer Fläche ruhend, nicht stehend oder sitzend.
The German word "liegend" is the present participle of the verb "liegen," which means "to lie" or "to be located." As an adjective, "liegend" translates to "lying" or "horizontal," often used to describe something that is in a lying position.
Similar words include "flach" (flat) and "gestreckte" (stretched out). The difference is that "liegend" specifically suggests a position relative to the ground, while "flach" describes the shape or profile of an object without necessarily suggesting its orientation.
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Examples
Der liegende Hund genießt die Sonne.adjective
The lying dog enjoys the sun.
Der Arzt untersuchte den liegenden Patienten sofort.adjective
The doctor immediately examined the patient lying down.
Der Verletzte muss liegend transportiert werden.adjective
The injured person must be transported lying down.
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