künstlich
Translation
artificial, synthetic, man-made, fake
Examples
Das ist künstliches Licht.
That is artificial light.
Sie hat ein künstliches Lächeln.
She has an artificial smile.
Die Pflanze hat künstliche Blätter.
The plant has artificial leaves.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) + ((noun)) artificial ... The museum is showing artificial flowers.
Similar Words
Synonyms: synthetisch, artifiziell; Antonyms: natürlich, echt
Etymology
From 'Kunst' (art, skill) + '-lich' (adjective suffix). It literally means 'art-like' or 'made by skill'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'Kunst' (art). Something 'künstlich' is made by human art or skill, not by nature.