schlecht
Meaning and Usage
"Schlecht" in German translates to "bad" or "poor" in English. It is commonly used to describe something of low quality, or to express a negative opinion or feeling.
Linguistic Analysis
"Schlecht" is an adjective in German, and it does not contain any prefixes or suffixes. Its origin can be traced back to Middle High German and Old High German where it had the same meaning.
Comparisons between German and English
The word "schlecht" is similar to the English word "slight" in terms of pronunciation, but its meaning is closer to "bad" or "poor" in English.
Cultural Context
In German culture, the concept of quality and precision is highly valued, so the word "schlecht" is often used to express dissatisfaction with something that does not meet expectations or standards.
Example Sentences
- Das Essen schmeckt schlecht. (The food tastes bad.)
- Sie fühlte sich schlecht. (She felt poorly.)
Memory Tips
Associate "schlecht" with situations or things that you consider to be of poor quality or that make you feel bad.
Additional Vocabulary
- Synonyms: mies, ungenügend (both meaning "poor" or "bad")
- Antonyms: gut (good), hervorragend (excellent)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
"Schlecht" is an adjective and does not have a gender or plural form.
Conjugation (for verbs)
Since "schlecht" is an adjective, it does not have a conjugated form for verbs.