steil
steep
Etwas, das einen großen Neigungswinkel hat oder stark ansteigt oder abfällt.
The German word "steil" is an adjective that means "steep." It is used to describe something with a sharp incline or rise, such as a hill, slope, or a learning curve.
Similar words in German include "abschüssig" (precipitous) and "steil abfallend" (steeply falling).
Differences:
- "Abschüssig" specifically connotes a sheer drop and can imply danger or a more dramatic incline than "steil."
- "Steil abfallend" emphasizes the direction (downward) of the steepness, whereas "steil" on its own does not specify a direction.
So, while "steil" simply describes steepness in a general sense, "abschüssig" and "steil abfallend" provide more context regarding the nature and direction of the incline.
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Examples
Der Berg ist sehr steil.adjective
The mountain is very steep.
Diese Straße geht steil nach oben.adverb
This road goes steeply upwards.
Der Berg ist sehr steil und anstrengend zu erklimmen.adjective
The mountain is very steep and exhausting to climb.
Dieser Weg sieht steil aus.adjective
This path looks steep.
Der Berg erscheint steil und anstrengend.adjective
The mountain appears steep and exhausting.
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