sterile
Translation
sterile, barren, unfruitful
Examples
Der Arzt benutzt sterile Instrumente.
The doctor uses sterile instruments.
Die Wüste ist eine sterile Landschaft.
The desert is a barren landscape.
Grammar Patterns
sterile + Noun sterile + noun The doctor needs sterile gloves.
Similar Words
Synonyms: keimfrei (germ-free), unfruchtbar (infertile); Antonyms: fruchtbar (fertile), septisch (septic)
Etymology
From Latin 'sterilis' (barren). An international word, very similar to English 'sterile'.
Memory Tips
It's a direct cognate of the English word 'sterile', making it easy to remember, especially in medical or scientific contexts.