undurchsichtig
Translation
opaque, non-transparent, obscure, shady
Examples
Das Glas ist undurchsichtig.
The glass is opaque.
Seine Motive sind undurchsichtig.
His motives are obscure.
Grammar Patterns
sth. is opaque (something is not transparent) The glass is opaque.
sth. is obscure (something is unclear) His motives are obscure.
Similar Words
Synonyms: opaque, obscure; Antonyms: transparent, clear
Etymology
Etymology: `un-` (not) + `durch` (through) + `sichtig` (see-able, from `Sicht` - sight). Literally 'not see-through-able'.
Memory Tips
Imagine trying to 'see' (`sicht`) 'through' (`durch`) something, but you can't (`un-`). It applies to both physical objects and unclear situations.