rustikal
Translation
rustic, rural, country-style
Examples
Die Einrichtung ist sehr rustikal.
The decor is very rustic.
Wir aßen in einem rustikalen Gasthaus.
We ate in a rustic inn.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) + ((noun)) rustic ... ein rustikaler Tisch
Similar Words
Synonyms: ländlich, bäuerlich, einfach; Antonyms: modern, städtisch, elegant
Etymology
From Latin 'rusticus' (of the country, rural), from 'rus' (the country). It shares the same root as the English word 'rustic'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'rustic' furniture, often made of rough, natural wood. The German word sounds very similar to its English counterpart.