chirurgisch
Translation
surgical
Examples
Ein chirurgischer Eingriff ist nötig.
A surgical procedure is necessary.
Sie braucht chirurgische Handschuhe.
She needs surgical gloves.
Grammar Patterns
((Adjective)) + ((Noun)) modifies a noun A chirurgischer Eingriff is sometimes risky.
Similar Words
Synonyms: operativ (operative)
Etymology
From Greek 'kheirourgia' (handiwork), from 'kheir' (hand) + 'ergon' (work).
Memory Tips
It sounds very similar to the English word 'surgical'. Think of a surgeon performing a surgical procedure.