German Conversation · Level 62
74 words
German word
trüb
Pronunciation
IPA/tryːp/
Meaning
- adjectivecloudy
Example
Der trübe Himmel macht mich traurig.
The cloudy sky makes me sad.
More examples
Nach der guten Nachricht wirkte seine trübe Miene nicht mehr.
After the good news, his expression was no longer downcast.
Core concept
A pale gray scene with weak light, blurred distance, and a heavy, gloomy atmosphere.
Common phrases
trübe Tage
dreary days
trübe Miene
downcast expression
trübes Wetter
cloudy weather
Similar words
bewölkt: Having many clouds that obscure the sun.
dunkel: Providing too little light for the surroundings to feel bright.
neblig: Hazy with tiny water droplets that make distant objects hard to see.
grau: Showing little color variety and a distinctly gray appearance.
Definition in German
So, dass Himmel, Licht oder Sicht dunkel und ohne klare Konturen wirkt, sodass alles matt oder verhangen erscheint.
Word origin
Trüb continues Middle High German trüebe and Old High German truob, a Germanic word for something unclear or turbid that developed senses for dim light and gloomy conditions.
Usage tips
- With Himmel, trüb emphasizes a dim, gloomy overall impression, whereas bewölkt specifically indicates that clouds cover the sky.