wirtschaftsschädlich
Translation
economically harmful, damaging to the economy
Examples
Hohe Zinsen sind oft wirtschaftsschädlich.
High interest rates are often economically harmful.
Dieses Gesetz hat wirtschaftsschädliche Folgen.
This law has economically damaging consequences.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective)) economically harmful High interest rates are often economically harmful.
Similar Words
unwirtschaftlich (uneconomical), nachteilig (disadvantageous); Antonyms: wirtschaftsfördernd (promoting the economy)
Etymology
Composed of 'Wirtschaft' (economy) and 'schädlich' (harmful). Literally 'economy-harmful'.
Memory Tips
Picture something causing 'Schaden' (damage) to the 'Wirtschaft' (economy).