wellige
The German phrase wellige means.
wellige is used to describe something that has a surface of smooth, curving waves or ripples.
What does it mean word for word?
This adjective is derived from the German noun Welle, which means wave.
Which one should you use?
The word Wellenförmige is a formal alternative to wellige that emphasizes a specific wave-like shape or pattern.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form wellige is an inflected adjective ending, typically used before a feminine singular noun or a plural noun in certain grammatical cases.
Did you know?
- In a metaphorical sense, auf einer Welle sein means 'to be on the same wavelength' as someone, indicating a deep mutual understanding.
- The term wellig is used in German architecture and design to describe a 'sinuous' line, often associated with the Art Nouveau style known as Jugendstil.
- A German speaker might use a word related to Welle to describe the 'ripples' of emotion in a person's voice, known as 'wellige Stimme'.
Examples in context
- Ich habe wellige HaareI have wavy hair
- eine wellige Oberflächea wavy surface
- Das Wasser hat eine wellige Oberfläche.The water has a wavy surface.
- Ich sehe die wellige Struktur des Sandes.I see the rippled structure of the sand.
- Der Wind erzeugt eine wellige Bewegung auf dem See.The wind creates a wavy motion on the lake.
Example conversation
Julian and Sarah are standing by a lake at sunset.
- JulianSchau dir das wellige Wasser an, Sarah.Look at the wavy water, Sarah.
- SarahEs sieht wirklich sehr beruhigend aus.It looks really very calming.
- JulianDie Sonne spiegelt sich in den Wellen.The sun is reflecting in the waves.
- SarahDas ist ein schöner Anblick.That is a beautiful sight.
