billig
Translation
cheap, inexpensive, low-cost
Examples
Ich kaufte es zu einem billigem Preis.
I bought it at a cheap price.
Das T-Shirt ist sehr billig.
The T-shirt is very cheap.
Er sucht ein billiges Auto.
He is looking for a cheap car.
Grammar Patterns
((prädikativ)) as a predicative adjective: Das Essen ist billig.
((attributiv)) as an attributive adjective (declined): Ich habe ein billiges Ticket gefunden.
Similar Words
Synonyms: günstig, preiswert; Antonyms: teuer, kostspielig
Etymology
From Middle High German 'billich' meaning 'appropriate, fair'. The meaning shifted over time to 'of low price'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'bill' that is small. A cheap item results in a small bill.