papierähnlich
Translation
paper-like, papery
Examples
Die Haut des alten Mannes war trocken und papierähnlich.
The old man's skin was dry and paper-like.
Das Material hat eine papierähnliche Textur.
The material has a paper-like texture.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) + to be + paper-like The leaves feel paper-like.
Similar Words
Synonyms: papieren, dünn; Antonyms: leathery, moist
Etymology
Composed of 'Papier' (paper) and 'ähnlich' (similar). It literally means 'paper-similar' or 'paper-like'.
Memory Tips
Think of old, dry paper. 'Papier' is cognate with 'paper', and '-ähnlich' is a common suffix for '-like'.