ADJECTIVE

geistig/ˈɡaɪ̯stɪç/mental; intellectual; spiritual

geistig is a German adjective that means mental, intellectual, or spiritual. It is pronounced /ˈɡaɪ̯stɪç/.

Definitions

1.relating to the mind, intellect, or thinking(mental qualities/abilities)

a.mental; dealing with thought or intellect (contrasted with physical)

Sport ist wichtig für die körperliche und geistige Gesundheit.Sport is important for physical and mental health.

2.relating to spirit or spirituality (less common)(spiritual context)

a.spiritual (not material)

Meditation kann die geistige Entwicklung fördern.Meditation can promote spiritual development.

Adjective Forms

Positivegeistig

Frequently asked questions

What does "geistig" mean in English?
"geistig" means mental, intellectual, or spiritual. It is a German adjective.
How do you pronounce "geistig"?
"geistig" is pronounced /ˈɡaɪ̯stɪç/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "geistig"?
"geistig" is a adjective in German.

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