lasch
Translation
limp, slack, lethargic, insipid
Examples
Sein Händedruck war lasch.
His handshake was limp.
Die Suppe schmeckt lasch.
The soup tastes insipid.
Er hat eine lasche Einstellung.
He has a slack attitude.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is lasch (to be limp/weak) Sein Händedruck war lasch.
a lasch ((noun)) (a limp/weak noun) Er hat eine lasche Einstellung.
Similar Words
Synonyms: schlapp, kraftlos, schwach; Antonyms: fest, kräftig, energisch
Etymology
From Middle High German 'lasch', possibly related to 'erlöschen' (to be extinguished), suggesting a loss of energy or 'fire'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a whip's 'lash' that has gone limp and can't crack anymore. It's 'lasch'.