melancholisch
Translation
melancholic, melancholy, gloomy, pensive
Examples
Er hat eine melancholische Stimmung.
He is in a melancholic mood.
Die Musik klingt sehr melancholisch.
The music sounds very melancholic.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective)) to be/sound ... Die Musik klingt sehr melancholisch.
((as an adjective before a noun)) a ... mood Er hat eine melancholische Stimmung.
Similar Words
Synonyms: schwermütig, trübsinnig, traurig; Antonyms: fröhlich, heiter
Etymology
From Greek 'melankholia' (black bile), which was anciently thought to cause sadness.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'melancholy melody'. It's an international word, very similar to English.