vielschichtig
Translation
multi-layered, complex, multifaceted
Examples
Das Problem ist sehr vielschichtig.
The problem is very complex.
Er ist eine vielschichtige Persönlichkeit.
He is a multi-layered personality.
Der Roman hat eine vielschichtige Handlung.
The novel has a complex plot.
Grammar Patterns
((subject)) is vielschichtig (sth.) is complex The plot of the movie is complex.
a vielschichtig ((noun)) a complex (noun) That is a complex topic.
Similar Words
Synonyms: komplex, facettenreich; Antonyms: einfach, simpel
Etymology
Composed of 'viel' (many) + 'Schicht' (layer) + '-ig' (adjective suffix). Literally means 'many-layered'.
Memory Tips
Picture a cake with 'many layers' (viele Schichten). A problem or personality can be complex just like that.