billig
Translation
cheap, inexpensive, low-cost
Examples
Ich kaufte es zu einem billigem Preis.
I bought it at a cheap price.
Das T-Shirt ist sehr billig.
The T-shirt is very cheap.
Er sucht ein billiges Auto.
He is looking for a cheap car.
Grammar Patterns
((prädikativ)) as a predicative adjective: Das Essen ist billig.
((attributiv)) as an attributive adjective (declined): Ich habe ein billiges Ticket gefunden.
Similar Words
Synonyms: günstig, preiswert; Antonyms: teuer, kostspielig
Etymology
Derived from Middle High German 'billich,' which meant 'appropriate' or 'fair.' Its meaning evolved to signify 'low in price.'
Memory Tips
Imagine getting a restaurant 'bill' and being happy because it's so 'billig' (cheap).