gotisch
Translation
Gothic
Examples
Der Kölner Dom ist ein gotisches Bauwerk.
The Cologne Cathedral is a Gothic building.
Sie mag gotische Romane.
She likes Gothic novels.
Grammar Patterns
a gotisch ((noun)) a Gothic (noun) The Cologne Cathedral is a gotisches building.
Similar Words
Synonyms: medieval (in some contexts); Antonyms: classical, modern
Etymology
From 'Gote' (Goth), a Germanic tribe. The architectural style was later named after them.
Memory Tips
It's a direct cognate with the English word 'Gothic'. Think of cathedrals with pointed arches.