schleierhaft

schleierhafter · am schleierhaftesten
Based on: -haft, Schleier
Adjective
1.

opaque, incomprehensible

(The literal translation is "like a veil". Mostly used in the phrase "jemandem+Dat schleierhaft sein" in a sense of being a riddle for someone, not understanding.)
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Examples
  • Mir ist schleierhaft, wie sie das ohne Hilfe geschafft hat.
  • It was a mystery to me how she managed that without help.

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How many meanings does the German word 'schleierhaft' have?

schleierhaft has 1 distinct meaning: 1. opaque, incomprehensible.

What is the comparative and superlative of 'schleierhaft'?

comparative: schleierhafter / superlative: am schleierhaftesten

What is 'schleierhaft' related to?

The word 'schleierhaft' is related to -haft and Schleier.

Where can I learn more about 'schleierhaft'?

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