Kalt
Example: Im Winter ist das Wetter oft sehr kalt und windig.
Definition
"Kalt" describes a low temperature sensation or condition, usually referring to the absence of warmth. It often describes weather, objects, or environments that feel chilly or freezing, as in the example phrase: 'In winter, the weather is often very cold and windy.'
Etymology
The word "kalt" comes from Old High German 'kalt,' which traces back to the Proto-Germanic '*kaltaz.' Interestingly, it shares roots with the English word 'cold.' Did you know? The consistent form across Germanic languages suggests the importance of coldness in early human experience.
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"Kalt" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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