marode
derelict · run-down
The German adjective "marode" describes something that is in a state of disrepair or decay, essentially indicating that it is dilapidated or rundown. It is commonly used to refer to buildings, infrastructure, or other physical structures, but can also metaphorically apply to institutions or systems that are seen as ineffective or weakened.
Similar words in German include "baufällig" (structurally unsound), "heruntergekommen" (run-down), and "verfallen" (decayed). These words all convey the sense of something being in poor condition, although "marode" often carries a slightly broader implication, hinting at both physical deterioration and functional ineffectiveness.
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Examples
Die Brücke ist marode und muss repariert werden.adjective
The bridge is derelict and needs to be repaired.
Mein Auto sieht marode aus.adjective
My car looks run-down.
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