umweltfreundlich
Translation
eco-friendly, environmentally friendly
Examples
Wir kaufen umweltfreundliche Produkte.
We buy eco-friendly products.
Dieses Auto ist sehr umweltfreundlich.
This car is very environmentally friendly.
Grammar Patterns
[adjective + noun] modifies a noun An umweltfreundliches Auto uses little fuel.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ökologisch, umweltschonend; Antonyms: umweltschädlich
Etymology
From 'Umwelt' (environment) + 'freundlich' (friendly). Literally 'environment-friendly'.
Memory Tips
Think of being a 'friend' (Freund) to the 'environment' (Umwelt).