German word

naturnah

Pronunciation

IPA/naˈtuːɐ̯ˌnaː/

Meaning

  • adjectiveclose to nature

Example

Wir wohnen in einer naturnahen Gegend.

We live in an area close to nature.

Illustration for naturnah (close to nature)

More examples

Die Schule bietet ein naturnahes Umfeld für Kinder.

The school offers children an environment close to nature.

Core concept

A home or design keeps greenery and other natural features within ordinary daily view.

Common phrases

  • naturnah wohnen

    live close to nature

  • naturnahes Umfeld

    an environment close to nature

  • naturnah gelegen

    located close to nature

Similar words

naturverbunden: Reflecting a close personal bond with nature and respect for its value.
stadtnah: Close to the city, making shops and public transport convenient to reach.
ländlich: Featuring sparse settlement, countryside scenery, and a rural lifestyle.
idyllisch: Serene and beautiful, with a charming setting and a peaceful atmosphere.

Definition in German

Bezeichnet Lage oder Gestaltung, bei der natürliche Elemente leicht erreichbar oder im Alltag sichtbar sind

Word origin

Naturnah combines German Natur, meaning nature, with nah, meaning near, and literally describes something near nature.

Usage tips

  • Naturnah usually describes a setting, design, or location rather than a person's personal bond with nature.

Other meanings

  • nature-orientedadjective
  • naturaladjective

Opposites

  • stadtnahclose to the cityadjective
  • künstlichartificialadjective

Related words

  • Naturnähecloseness to naturenoun

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