ADJECTIVE
eisig/ˈaɪ̯zɪç/icy; freezing; frosty
eisig is a German adjective that means icy, freezing, or frosty. It is pronounced /ˈaɪ̯zɪç/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "eisiger" and "eisigsten".
Definitions
1.very cold; resembling ice(temperature/weather)
a.icy (literally, extremely cold due to ice/cold)
Der Wind war eisig und schnitt ins Gesicht.—The wind was icy and cut into your face.
b.freezing (emphasizing extremely low temperatures)
Heute ist es draußen eisig kalt.—Today it is freezing cold outside.
2.very unwelcoming or unfriendly (of a manner or mood)(metaphorical/figurative)
a.frosty, cold (emotionally distant, unfriendly)
Sie begrüßte ihn mit einem eisigen Blick.—She greeted him with an icy look.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | eisig |
|---|---|
| Comparative | eisiger |
| Superlative | eisigsten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "eisig" mean in English?
- "eisig" means icy, freezing, or frosty. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "eisig"?
- "eisig" is pronounced /ˈaɪ̯zɪç/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "eisig"?
- The comparative of "eisig" is "eisiger" and the superlative is "eisigsten".
- What part of speech is "eisig"?
- "eisig" is a adjective in German.
