Glatt
Example: Der Boden ist nach dem Regen sehr glatt und rutschig.
Definition
"Glatt" describes a surface or object that is smooth, even, or slippery, often lacking any roughness or texture. For example, in the phrase 'Der Boden ist nach dem Regen sehr glatt und rutschig,' it refers to the floor being very smooth and slippery after rain.
Etymology
The word "glatt" comes from the Old High German word 'glat,' which means smooth or polished. It is related to similar words in other Germanic languages that convey the idea of smoothness or sleekness. Did you know? The term has been used for centuries to describe surfaces free from bumps or roughness.
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"Glatt" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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