saudisch
Translation
Saudi, Saudi Arabian, (coll.) awful, (coll.) freaking
Examples
Die saudische Wirtschaft wächst schnell.
The Saudi economy is growing fast.
Draußen ist eine saudische Kälte.
It's freaking cold outside.
Grammar Patterns
saudisch + Noun Saudi ... That is Saudi oil.
saudisch + Adjective/Noun (coll.) freaking/awfully ... It is freaking cold today.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Saudi-Arabian; (coll.) terrible, extremely
Etymology
1. From 'Saudi-Arabien' (Saudi Arabia). 2. (colloquial) Derived from 'Sau' (sow, pig) as an intensifier.
Memory Tips
Remember the two distinct origins: one is geographical (Saudi Arabia), the other is colloquial and derives from 'Sau' (pig), hence the negative or intense meaning.