langweilig
Translation
boring, tedious, dull
Examples
Der Film war sehr langweilig.
The film was very boring.
Mir ist langweilig.
I am bored.
Grammar Patterns
sth. is langweilig sth. is boring The lesson is boring.
sb.dat is langweilig sb. is bored I am bored.
Similar Words
Synonyms: öde, monoton; Antonyms: spannend (exciting), interessant (interesting)
Etymology
From 'lange' (long) + 'Weile' (a while, time). Literally means 'a long while', which implies boredom.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'long while' ('lange Weile') passing slowly, making you feel bored.