mythisch

/ˈmyːtɪʃ/

adjective B2

der (masc.) die (fem.) das (neut.)

Underline = a spelling pattern that usually signals that gender.

Adj Register Neutral Era Current Frequency Common Domain General Tone Neutral
Word fingerprint: Register: neutral. Era: current. Frequency: common. Domain: general. Connotation: neutral.

Meaning

  1. mythical, legendary (belonging to myth)

    • Der mythische Drache bewacht den Schatz seit Jahrhunderten.

      The mythical dragon has guarded the treasure for centuries.

Usage notes

Describes something belonging to myth or legend, like a creature from old stories -- not simply something famous, for that see legendär.

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