tiefsitzend
Translation
deep-seated, deep-rooted, ingrained
Examples
Er hat eine tiefsitzende Angst vor Spinnen.
He has a deep-seated fear of spiders.
Das ist ein tiefsitzendes Problem in der Gesellschaft.
That is a deep-rooted problem in society.
Grammar Patterns
a deep-seated problem Das ist ein tiefsitzendes Problem.
Similar Words
Synonyms: deep-rooted, ingrained; Antonyms: superficial
Etymology
From 'tief' (deep) + 'sitzend' (sitting). Literally 'deep-sitting', it describes a problem or feeling that 'sits' deep within a person or society.
Memory Tips
Picture a problem or feeling that is like a deep root of a tree, difficult to remove. It's 'sitting deep'.