pflanzlich
Translation
plant-based, vegetable, herbal
Examples
Ich esse nur pflanzliche Produkte.
I only eat plant-based products.
Das ist ein pflanzliches Heilmittel.
This is an herbal remedy.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) (modifies a noun) A plant-based diet is healthy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: vegetarisch (vegetarian), vegan (vegan); Antonyms: tierisch (animal-based)
Etymology
From 'Pflanze' (plant) + the adjective suffix '-lich' (like '-ly' or '-al'). Literally 'plant-like'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'Pflanze' as 'plant'. Anything that is 'pflanzlich' comes from a plant.