German word

geografisch

Pronunciation

IPA/geːoˈgʁaːfɪʃ/

Meaning

  • adjectivegeographical

Example

Die geografische Verteilung der Daten ist wichtig.

The geographical distribution of the data is important.

Illustration for geografisch (geographical)

More examples

Die geografische Grenze wurde durch natürliche Merkmale wie Flüsse festgelegt.

The geographical boundary was determined by natural features such as rivers.

Core concept

A map highlighting where something lies and how its location relates to other places.

Common phrases

  • geografische Grenze

    geographical boundary

  • geografische Vielfalt

    geographical diversity

Similar words

regional: Connected with a large area or distinct region.
lokal: Connected with one particular place or nearby area.
räumlich: Concerned with spatial extent and positional relationships.
topografisch: Concerned with landforms, terrain, and changes in elevation.

Definition in German

Geografisch bezeichnet die räumliche Lage, Ausdehnung oder Verteilung von Orten, Regionen oder Merkmalen.

Word origin

The adjective "geografisch" was formed from "Geografie" with the productive German suffix "-isch", from Greek roots meaning earth and description.

Usage tips

  • "Geografisch" also works adverbially in phrases such as "geografisch gesehen", without an English-style "-ally" ending.

Related words

  • Geographiegeographynoun

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