schillig
Translation
iridescent, shimmering, opalescent, shady
Examples
Die Seifenblase ist schillig.
The soap bubble is iridescent.
Er hat einen schilligen Ruf.
He has a shady reputation.
Grammar Patterns
to be + ((adjective)) The surface is iridescent. Die Oberfläche ist schillig.
((adjective)) + noun a shady character ein schilliger Charakter
Similar Words
Synonyms: iridescent, shimmering; shady, dubious; Antonyms: clear, straightforward
Etymology
From the German verb 'schillern,' meaning 'to shimmer' or 'be iridescent.'
Memory Tips
Connect 'schillig' to the visual of an oil 'spill' which has an iridescent, shimmering quality. The figurative meaning 'shady' extends from this idea of not being clear or solid.