vergleichend
Translation
comparative, comparing, comparatively
Examples
Eine vergleichende Analyse ist nötig.
A comparative analysis is necessary.
Vergleichend betrachtet, ist dieses Modell besser.
Viewed comparatively, this model is better.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) ((noun)) (as an adjective) Eine vergleichende Analyse ist nötig.
((adverb)), ... (as an adverb) Vergleichend betrachtet, ist dieses Modell besser.
Similar Words
Synonyms: komparativ (comparative)
Etymology
This is the present participle of the verb 'vergleichen' (to compare). The '-end' suffix is equivalent to '-ing' in English.
Memory Tips
Think of an ongoing action: 'comparing'. It can be used as an adjective ('a comparing analysis') or an adverb ('comparatively speaking').