kämpferisch
Translation
combative, feisty, belligerent
Examples
Er hat eine kämpferische Natur.
He has a combative nature.
Sie gab eine kämpferische Rede.
She gave a feisty speech.
Grammar Patterns
((attributive)) before a noun a kämpferische person
((predicative)) after a verb like 'sein' He is very kämpferisch.
Similar Words
Synonyms: streitlustig, aggressiv; Antonyms: friedlich (peaceful), passiv (passive)
Etymology
Derived from 'Kampf' (fight, battle). The suffix '-isch' makes it an adjective, similar to '-ish' in English.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'Kämpfer' (fighter). Someone who is 'kämpferisch' acts like a fighter, always ready for a struggle.