analog
Translation
analogous, analogue
Examples
Die Situation ist analog zu der im letzten Jahr.
The situation is analogous to that of last year.
Ich bevorzuge eine analoge Uhr.
I prefer an analogue watch.
Grammar Patterns
analogous ((to sth.)) analogous to sth. The situation is analogous to that of last year.
analogue (as an adjective) analogue I prefer an analogue watch.
Similar Words
entsprechend (corresponding), ähnlich (similar), vergleichbar (comparable); Antonym: digital
Etymology
From Greek 'analogos' (proportionate). It's an international word, a cognate of English 'analogous'.
Memory Tips
Connect it directly to the English words 'analogous' (for the meaning 'similar to') and 'analogue' (as the opposite of digital).