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B1 noun #3,500 सबसे आम 8 मिनट पढ़ने का समय

schlank

शीर्ष 3,500

इसका अभ्यास करें उदाहरण नोट्स और सुझाव schlank 30 सेकंड में

व्याख्या schlank in your Level:

At the A1 level, 'schlank' is one of the basic adjectives you learn to describe people's physical appearance. It is a simple, positive word that you can use to talk about your friends, family, or celebrities. At this stage, you mostly use it in very simple sentences with the verb 'sein' (to be). For example, 'Mein Bruder ist schlank' or 'Die Frau ist schlank.' You don't need to worry too much about complex grammar yet, just remember that it means 'slim' and is a nice way to describe someone who is not fat. It is often taught alongside words like 'groß' (tall), 'klein' (small/short), and 'dick' (fat). Because it is a positive word, it is very useful for basic introductions and descriptions. You might also see it in simple reading exercises about people's hobbies, like 'Sie joggt viel, deshalb ist sie schlank.' The focus at A1 is on recognition and simple predicative use where the word doesn't change its ending. It's a foundational building block for your German vocabulary that helps you build confidence in describing the world around you in a polite and accurate way. You will also start to notice it in pictures in your textbook, usually showing healthy, active people. It's a very friendly word to start with.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

As you move to the A2 level, you begin to use 'schlank' in more varied ways. You will start to learn how to use it before a noun, which means you'll need to pay attention to adjective endings. For instance, instead of just saying 'Er ist schlank,' you might say 'Er ist ein schlanker Mann.' You will also learn how to compare people using 'schlank.' This is where the comparative 'schlanker' and the superlative 'am schlankesten' come into play. You might say, 'Meine Schwester ist schlanker als ich' (My sister is slimmer than I am). At A2, you also begin to see 'schlank' used to describe objects, like a 'schlanke Vase' or a 'schlankes Handy.' You are expanding your ability to describe not just people but the physical attributes of things in your environment. You might also encounter the word in the context of healthy eating and simple lifestyle advice. For example, 'Essen Sie viel Gemüse, um schlank zu bleiben.' The grammar becomes a bit more challenging as you apply declension rules, but the meaning remains consistent. You are building a more nuanced understanding of how adjectives function in German sentences, and 'schlank' is a perfect example to practice with because it is a regular adjective that follows standard rules, except for the lack of an umlaut in the comparative.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

At the B1 level, 'schlank' becomes a word you use to express more complex ideas about health, fashion, and even professional efficiency. You are expected to use it fluently in discussions about lifestyle choices. For example, you might discuss the pros and cons of certain diets or exercise routines and use 'schlank' to describe the desired outcome. You will also encounter 'schlank' in more formal texts, such as newspaper articles or business reports. This is where the concept of 'schlanke Prozesse' (lean processes) or 'schlanke Verwaltung' (lean administration) is introduced. You learn that 'schlank' isn't just about bodies; it's about being efficient and avoiding waste. In terms of grammar, you should be comfortable with all adjective endings and the comparative forms. You might also start using the noun form 'die Schlankheit' (slenderness) or related words like 'schlankweg' (simply/flatly), though 'schlank' itself remains the primary focus. You will also learn common idioms like 'rank und schlank.' At B1, you are moving beyond simple description and starting to use the word to evaluate and analyze situations, whether it's a person's fitness or a company's structure. It's a key word for passing B1 exams, as it often appears in listening and reading comprehension tasks related to health and work.

By B2, you are expected to understand the finer nuances of 'schlank' and how it differs from its synonyms like 'dünn,' 'mager,' or 'hager.' You should be able to use 'schlank' in sophisticated arguments about social standards of beauty or the economic benefits of lean management. You will hear it in more abstract contexts, such as 'eine schlanke Lösung' (a lean/elegant solution) in engineering or software development. Your vocabulary is now broad enough to choose 'schlank' specifically because of its positive, aesthetic, or efficient connotations. You will also encounter it in literary texts where it might be used metaphorically to describe a style of writing or a particular atmosphere. In business German, 'schlank' is a professional term you'll use to discuss organizational structures and process optimization. You should be able to navigate the cultural implications of the word, understanding that while it is generally positive, the pressure to be 'schlank' is also a topic of social debate in German-speaking countries. Your grammar should be flawless when using the word, including complex sentence structures where 'schlank' might be part of a participial phrase or a subordinate clause. You are now using the word with the precision of a native speaker, recognizing its utility in both personal and professional domains.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

At the C1 level, your use of 'schlank' is highly nuanced and context-aware. You can analyze the use of the word in media and advertising, critiquing how the 'Schlankheitsideal' (ideal of slenderness) influences society. You are familiar with the more obscure uses of the word and can use it in a variety of registers, from highly formal business presentations to informal social commentary. You might explore the etymology of the word or its relationship to other Germanic languages. In a professional setting, you can lead discussions on 'schlanke Produktion' (lean production) and 'schlanke Logistik,' understanding the deep systemic implications of these terms. You are also able to use the word in creative writing to evoke specific imagery or moods. For example, you might describe a 'schlanke Melodie' (a lean, simple melody) or a 'schlanke Erzählweise' (a minimalist narrative style). Your understanding of the word is no longer just about its definition, but about its cultural, social, and professional weight. You can effortlessly switch between its literal and metaphorical meanings, and you are aware of how its usage has evolved over time. At C1, 'schlank' is a tool you use to add precision and color to your communication, whether you're writing an academic essay or engaging in a high-level debate.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

At the C2 level, you have a masterly command of 'schlank' and its entire linguistic field. You can appreciate and use the word in its most subtle and sophisticated forms. You might encounter it in philosophical texts or high-level economic theories where 'Schlankheit' is discussed as a principle of minimalism or efficiency. You are aware of the word's role in the history of German literature and can identify how different authors have used it to characterize their subjects. You can engage in complex sociolinguistic discussions about how the meaning of 'schlank' has shifted in response to global health and fashion trends. In your own speech and writing, you use 'schlank' with perfect stylistic appropriateness, whether you're employing it in a witty pun, a powerful metaphor, or a precise technical description. You understand the psychological impact of the word and can use it to influence or persuade your audience. At this level, 'schlank' is not just a word you know; it's a word you own. You can play with its sounds and meanings, and you are fully attuned to the subtle echoes it creates in different contexts. Your mastery is such that you can even use the word in unconventional ways to create new meanings, confident that you are doing so within the deep structures of the German language.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

इसका अभ्यास करें उदाहरण नोट्स और सुझाव

schlank 30 सेकंड में

Schlank means slim or slender, usually in a positive way.
It is used for people, objects, and business processes.
The comparative is 'schlanker' (no umlaut).
It is a common and polite way to describe a lean person.

The German adjective schlank is a versatile and predominantly positive term used to describe a person's physique, the shape of an object, or even the efficiency of a process. In its most literal sense, it translates to 'slim' or 'slender' in English. Unlike the word 'dünn' (thin), which can sometimes carry a neutral or even negative connotation of being underweight or fragile, schlank is almost always complimentary, suggesting a healthy, aesthetically pleasing, and well-proportioned body. It is the gold standard for describing a fit or athletic silhouette in German-speaking cultures.

Physical Appearance: Used to describe someone who is lean and fit. It is often associated with grace and health.

Nach monatelangem Training im Fitnessstudio ist er nun sehr schlank und muskulös.

Beyond the human body, the word is applied to objects that are narrow in relation to their height or length. For instance, a tall, narrow vase or a modern skyscraper might be described as schlank. This usage emphasizes elegance and modern design. In the corporate world, the term has been adopted into the phrase 'schlanke Prozesse' (lean processes) or 'schlanke Verwaltung' (lean administration), mirroring the English concept of 'lean management.' Here, it signifies the removal of waste, unnecessary steps, and bureaucracy to create a more efficient and 'fit' organization.

Design and Architecture: Refers to structures or items that are tall, thin, and aesthetically pleasing.

Die schlanken Säulen der Kathedrale tragen das schwere Dach mit Leichtigkeit.

In daily conversation, you will hear it in fashion contexts ('Diese Hose macht schlank' - These pants make you look slim) or in health discussions. It is a word that bridges the gap between simple physical description and abstract conceptual efficiency. Whether describing a marathon runner, a wine glass, or a startup's business model, schlank conveys a sense of optimized form and purpose. It is a fundamental word for B1 learners because it appears in both personal and professional spheres.

Business Context: Refers to lean management and efficient, non-bureaucratic structures.

Unser Ziel ist eine schlanke Organisation mit kurzen Entscheidungswegen.

Das Modell auf dem Laufsteg war schlank und elegant.

Ein schlankes Design ist das Markenzeichen dieser neuen Smartphone-Serie.

Using schlank correctly requires an understanding of German adjective endings (declension). When used after a verb like 'sein' (to be) or 'werden' (to become), it remains in its base form. For example, 'Sie ist schlank' (She is slim). However, when it precedes a noun, it must match the gender, number, and case of that noun.

Predicative Use: The word does not change its ending when following a linking verb.

Der Läufer wirkt sehr schlank.

When used attributively, the endings follow the standard rules. For a masculine noun in the nominative case with a definite article: 'Der schlanke Mann'. For a feminine noun: 'Die schlanke Frau'. For a neuter noun: 'Das schlanke Kind'. In the plural: 'Die schlanken Leute'.

Attributive Use: The adjective changes based on the noun it describes.

Sie trägt ein schlankes Kleid, das ihre Figur betont.

Comparisons are also frequent. The comparative form is schlanker (slimmer) and the superlative is am schlankesten (slimmest). Note that unlike many short German adjectives, schlank does NOT take an umlaut in its comparative forms (not 'schlänker'). You can also use it adverbially, though this is less common for physical descriptions and more common for describing how something is built or designed. 'Das Gebäude ist schlank konstruiert' (The building is designed in a slender way). In the context of diet and health, it's often used with verbs like 'bleiben' (to stay) or 'werden' (to become).

Wie schaffst du es, immer so schlank zu bleiben?

In business German, it often describes structures: 'eine schlanke Hierarchie' (a flat/lean hierarchy). This implies efficiency and speed.

Comparisons: Use 'schlanker als' for 'slimmer than'.

Dieses Jahr ist sie noch schlanker als im letzten Jahr.

Die schlanke Silhouette des Berges war in der Ferne zu sehen.

Wir müssen die Kosten schlank halten.

You will encounter schlank in a wide variety of real-life situations. In the fashion industry, it's ubiquitous. Salespeople might say, 'Dieser Schnitt macht eine schlanke Figur' (This cut creates a slim figure). Magazines are filled with tips on how to 'schlank schlafen' (get slim while sleeping) or 'schlank schlemmen' (feast and stay slim).

Media and Magazines: Lifestyle and health publications use it to promote fitness and diet trends.

Die Zeitschrift verspricht: In vier Wochen zur schlanken Linie!

In the news and business reports, 'schlank' is the go-to word for describing corporate restructuring. If a company is 'schlank aufgestellt' (leanly positioned), it means they have cut unnecessary costs and are ready for competition. Politicians might talk about a 'schlanker Staat' (a lean state), meaning one with less bureaucracy and lower taxes.

Political Discourse: Used to argue for reduced government spending and bureaucracy.

Die Partei fordert einen schlanken Staat und weniger Steuern.

In social settings, it's a common compliment. If a friend has lost weight, you might say, 'Du bist aber schlank geworden!' (You've become so slim!). It's safer and more positive than saying 'dünn.' In technical fields, like engineering or IT, a 'schlanke Lösung' (lean solution) is one that is elegant, simple, and doesn't use excessive resources. Software developers might aim for 'schlanken Code' (lean code) that runs efficiently.

Technology and Engineering: Describes efficient, minimalist, and high-performing systems.

Wir brauchen eine schlanke Software, die auch auf alten Rechnern läuft.

Er hat eine schlanke Taille, die perfekt zu seinem Anzug passt.

Ein schlankes Portfolio ist oft erfolgreicher als ein überladenes.

The most frequent mistake learners make with schlank is confusing it with its synonyms, particularly 'dünn' and 'mager'. While 'schlank' is positive and implies health, 'dünn' is neutral but can lean towards negative, and 'mager' (gaunt/scrawny) is almost always negative, suggesting malnutrition or illness. Using 'mager' to compliment someone would be a significant social faux pas.

Schlank vs. Dünn: 'Schlank' is 'slim' (positive); 'dünn' is 'thin' (neutral/negative).

Falsch: Du siehst so mager aus! (Unless they actually look sick). Richtig: Du siehst so schlank aus!

Another common error involves the comparative form. Many learners mistakenly add an umlaut, assuming it follows the pattern of 'jung' -> 'jünger' or 'alt' -> 'älter'. However, schlank is an exception; it is always schlanker. Learners also struggle with the declension in plural forms. Since 'schlank' ends in a consonant, adding the '-en' for plural dative or with definite articles ('den schlanken Männern') can sometimes sound repetitive to non-native ears, but it is grammatically required.

Declension Errors: Forgetting the '-e' or '-en' endings when 'schlank' is used before a noun.

Falsch: Ein schlank Mann. Richtig: Ein schlanker Mann.

In a business context, avoid using 'schlank' to describe a lack of resources if you mean it negatively. If a team is understaffed, don't call it 'schlank'; call it 'unterbesetzt'. 'Schlank' implies that the reduction was intentional and beneficial for efficiency.

Das Unternehmen ist schlank, aber nicht schwach.

Eine schlanke Lösung ist oft die beste Wahl.

While schlank is the most common word for 'slim', there are several alternatives depending on the nuance you want to convey.

Dünn: The most general word for 'thin'. It can be used for people, paper, or air. It lacks the positive aesthetic connotation of 'schlank'.
Grazil: Means 'graceful' or 'delicate'. It describes someone who is not just slim but also moves with elegance, like a ballet dancer.
Hager: Similar to 'gaunt'. It describes someone who is thin and perhaps a bit bony, often used for older people.

Sie ist nicht nur schlank, sondern wirkt fast grazil.

In professional contexts, you might use 'effizient' (efficient) or 'optimiert' (optimized) as alternatives to 'schlank'. If you are talking about a physical object, 'schmal' (narrow) is a frequent synonym. 'Ein schmaler Weg' (a narrow path) is more common than 'ein schlanker Weg', although 'schlank' could be used for a tall, narrow building.

Rank und schlank: A common fixed expression meaning 'tall and slim' or 'fit as a fiddle'.

Nach der Diät war er wieder rank und schlank.

In literary contexts, you might find 'feingliedrig', which refers to having delicate limbs. Understanding these nuances helps a B1 learner move toward B2 level by choosing the word that fits the specific 'flavor' of the situation.

Das schlanke Glas zerbrach sofort.

Er hat ein schlankes Gesicht mit hohen Wangenknochen.

Die schlanke Form des Autos reduziert den Luftwiderstand.

How Formal Is It?

औपचारिक

"Wir streben eine schlanke Organisationsstruktur an."

तटस्थ

"Sie ist eine schlanke Frau."

अनौपचारिक

"Du bist aber schlank geworden!"

Child friendly

"Das Reh ist ganz schlank und schnell."

बोलचाल

"Das macht echt 'nen schlanken Fuß."

रोचक तथ्य

In the past, it was related to the movement of a snake or a flexible branch.

उच्चारण मार्गदर्शिका

UK /ʃlaŋk/

US /ʃlɑŋk/

The stress is on the only syllable: schlank.

तुकबंदी

Bank Dank krank Schrank Trank Zank blank Tank

आम गलतियाँ

Pronouncing the 'ch' as in 'Bach' (it should be 'sh').
Making the 'a' sound too long (it is a short vowel).

कठिनाई स्तर

पठन 2/5

Easy to recognize in texts.

लिखना 3/5

Requires knowledge of adjective endings.

बोलना 3/5

Simple to say, but comparative needs practice.

श्रवण 2/5

Distinct sound, easy to hear.

आगे क्या सीखें

पूर्वापेक्षाएँ

groß klein dick dünn sein

आगे सीखें

grazil mager die Figur abnehmen die Ernährung

उन्नत

Lean Management Effizienzsteigerung Minimalismus

ज़रूरी व्याकरण

Adjective Declension (Weak)

Der schlanke Mann (Nominative Masculine)

Adjective Declension (Strong)

Schlanker Mann (Nominative Masculine)

Comparative without Umlaut

schlank -> schlanker

Superlative

am schlankesten

Adverbs from Adjectives

Er lehnte die Bitte schlankweg ab.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण

Sie ist sehr schlank.

She is very slim.

Simple predicative use with 'sein'.

Mein Bruder ist groß und schlank.

My brother is tall and slim.

Two adjectives connected by 'und'.

Ist der Hund schlank?

Is the dog slim?

Question form.

Das Kind ist nicht dick, es ist schlank.

The child is not fat, it is slim.

Contrast using 'nicht... sondern' (implied).

Ich möchte schlank sein.

I want to be slim.

Modal verb 'möchten' with infinitive 'sein'.

Sie ist eine schlanke Frau.

She is a slim woman.

Attributive use, feminine nominative ending '-e'.

Der Mann ist schlank.

The man is slim.

Subject + verb + adjective.

Wir sind alle schlank.

We are all slim.

Plural subject.

Er ist schlanker als sein Vater.

He is slimmer than his father.

Comparative form 'schlanker' with 'als'.

Sie trägt eine schlanke Jeans.

She is wearing slim jeans.

Attributive use, feminine accusative ending '-e'.

Das ist ein schlanker Baum.

That is a slender tree.

Attributive use, masculine nominative ending '-er'.

Ich finde ihn sehr schlank.

I find him very slim.

Accusative object with adjective complement.

Meine Katze ist am schlankesten.

My cat is the slimmest.

Superlative form 'am schlankesten'.

Trink viel Wasser, das hält dich schlank.

Drink a lot of water, that keeps you slim.

Verb 'halten' + accusative + adjective.

Die schlanke Vase steht auf dem Tisch.

The slender vase is on the table.

Attributive use with definite article.

Er wird jeden Tag schlanker.

He is getting slimmer every day.

Verb 'werden' with comparative.

Eine schlanke Figur ist vielen Menschen wichtig.

A slim figure is important to many people.

Attributive use, feminine nominative.

Wir müssen die Verwaltung schlank halten.

We must keep the administration lean.

Metaphorical use in business.

Sie ist rank und schlank wie ein Model.

She is tall and slim like a model.

Common idiom 'rank und schlank'.

Dieses Kleid macht dich wirklich schlank.

This dress really makes you look slim.

Idiomatic use of 'machen' + adjective.

Trotz des Alters ist er immer noch sehr schlank.

Despite his age, he is still very slim.

Preposition 'trotz' with genitive.

Ein schlanker Prozess spart Zeit und Geld.

A lean process saves time and money.

Business context.

Sie hat eine sehr schlanke Taille.

She has a very slim waist.

Attributive use, feminine accusative.

Er ernährt sich gesund, um schlank zu bleiben.

He eats healthily to stay slim.

Infinitiv mit 'zu' for purpose.

Das Unternehmen setzt auf eine schlanke Hierarchie.

The company relies on a flat/lean hierarchy.

Business term 'schlanke Hierarchie'.

Die schlanke Silhouette des Wolkenkratzers prägt die Stadt.

The skyscraper's slender silhouette defines the city.

Genitive construction.

Wir brauchen eine schlanke Lösung für dieses Problem.

We need a lean/elegant solution for this problem.

Metaphorical use for efficiency.

Schlankheit ist in unserer Gesellschaft ein Schönheitsideal.

Slenderness is an ideal of beauty in our society.

Noun form 'Schlankheit'.

Der neue Sportwagen hat ein extrem schlankes Design.

The new sports car has an extremely sleek/lean design.

Attributive use, neuter nominative.

Durch schlanke Produktion konnte die Firma Kosten senken.

Through lean production, the company was able to reduce costs.

Technical term 'schlanke Produktion'.

Sie wirkte grazil und schlank in ihrem Abendkleid.

She looked graceful and slim in her evening gown.

Use of synonym 'grazil'.

Eine schlanke Verwaltung ist das Ziel der Reform.

A lean administration is the goal of the reform.

Political/business context.

Die Autorin bevorzugt einen schlanken, präzisen Schreibstil.

The author prefers a lean, precise writing style.

Metaphorical use in literature.

Das Projekt wurde durch eine schlanke Organisationsstruktur gerettet.

The project was saved by a lean organizational structure.

Passive voice with 'durch'.

Es ist ein schmaler Grat zwischen schlank und mager.

It's a fine line between slim and gaunt.

Nuanced comparison of synonyms.

Die schlanke Linienführung des Gebäudes erinnert an die Moderne.

The building's slender lines are reminiscent of modernism.

Abstract noun 'Linienführung'.

Wir müssen ein schlankes Budget für das nächste Jahr planen.

We need to plan a lean budget for next year.

Financial context.

Ihre schlanken Finger glitten mühelos über die Klaviertasten.

Her slender fingers glided effortlessly over the piano keys.

Poetic/descriptive use.

Die schlanke Gestalt im Nebel war kaum zu erkennen.

The slender figure in the mist was barely recognizable.

Atmospheric description.

Eine schlanke Staatsquote wird von Ökonomen oft gefordert.

A low ratio of public spending to GDP is often demanded by economists.

Technical economic term.

In der Architekturtheorie gilt Schlankheit oft als Ausdruck von Eleganz.

In architectural theory, slenderness is often seen as an expression of elegance.

Academic context.

Die schlanke Ästhetik des Minimalismus prägt zeitgenössisches Design.

The lean aesthetics of minimalism define contemporary design.

Philosophical/aesthetic context.

Man muss die schlanke Balance zwischen Effizienz und Resilienz finden.

One must find the delicate balance between efficiency and resilience.

Abstract metaphorical use.

Der Text besticht durch seine schlanke Argumentationskette.

The text impresses with its lean chain of arguments.

Intellectual/academic use.

Eine schlanke Epistemologie vermeidet unnötige Annahmen.

A lean epistemology avoids unnecessary assumptions.

Highly technical/philosophical use.

Die schlanke Physis der Tänzerin zeugt von jahrelanger Disziplin.

The dancer's slender physique testifies to years of discipline.

Formal noun 'Physis'.

Das Gesetz bedarf einer schlanken Überarbeitung, um wirksam zu sein.

The law requires a streamlined revision to be effective.

Legal/administrative context.

Schlankheit als Paradigma der Moderne wurde vielfach dekonstruiert.

Slenderness as a paradigm of modernity has been deconstructed many times.

Sociological/critical context.

सामान्य शब्द संयोजन

schlanke Figur

schlanke Taille

schlanke Linie

schlanke Verwaltung

schlanke Prozesse

schlankes Design

schlank bleiben

schlank werden

schlanke Lösung

schlanker Staat

सामान्य वाक्यांश

Sich schlank schlemmen

— To eat delicious food and still stay slim.

In diesem Kochbuch lernt man, wie man sich schlank schlemmen kann.

Schlank wie eine Tanne

— As slender as a fir tree (tall and slim).

Er ist groß und schlank wie eine Tanne.

Eine schlanke Mark machen

— (Old-fashioned/Slang) To make a quick/easy profit.

Er wollte mit dem Geschäft eine schlanke Mark machen.

Schlankweg ablehnen

— To flatly refuse something.

Er hat meine Bitte schlankweg abgelehnt.

Wieder schlank sein

— To be slim again after weight loss or pregnancy.

Nach der Geburt ist sie schnell wieder schlank gewesen.

Schlank im Schlaf

— A famous diet concept (getting slim while sleeping).

Hast du schon von der Methode 'Schlank im Schlaf' gehört?

Die schlanke Linie halten

— To maintain one's slim figure.

Sport hilft dabei, die schlanke Linie zu halten.

Ein schlanker Fuß

— (Idiom) To look good or make a good impression.

Das macht einen schlanken Fuß.

Schlank und fit

— Slim and fit (common pairing).

Er fühlt sich schlank und fit.

Schlank konstruiert

— Designed in a slender/efficient way.

Das Gerät ist sehr schlank konstruiert.

अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है

schlank vs dünn

Dünn is neutral/negative; schlank is positive.

schlank vs schmal

Schmal refers to width; schlank refers to aesthetic slenderness.

schlank vs mager

Mager means gaunt/underweight and is usually negative.

मुहावरे और अभिव्यक्तियाँ

"rank und schlank"

— Tall, slim, and fit.

Sie ist rank und schlank wie ein Reh.

neutral

"einen schlanken Fuß machen"

— To make a good impression or look elegant.

Die neue Strategie macht einen schlanken Fuß.

informal

"etwas schlankweg tun"

— To do something simply or directly (often negative, like refusing).

Er hat die Behauptung schlankweg gelogen.

neutral

"schlanke Mark"

— Easy money.

Das war eine schlanke Mark für ihn.

slang

"die schlanke Linie"

— One's slim figure/weight.

Er achtet sehr auf seine schlanke Linie.

neutral

"schlank wie eine Gerte"

— As thin as a switch/rod.

Das Mädchen war schlank wie eine Gerte.

literary

"sich schlank machen"

— To make oneself scarce or avoid work.

Wenn es Arbeit gibt, macht er sich immer schlank.

informal

"ein schlanker Staat"

— A state with minimal bureaucracy.

Viele Bürger wünschen sich einen schlanken Staat.

political

"schlanke Produktion"

— Lean manufacturing.

Schlanke Produktion ist der Schlüssel zum Erfolg.

technical

"schlanke Hierarchie"

— Flat hierarchy.

In unserem Startup haben wir eine schlanke Hierarchie.

business

आसानी से भ्रमित होने वाले

schlank vs dünn

Both mean thin.

Schlank implies fitness and health; dünn can mean fragile or just thin.

Das Kind ist dünn (neutral), aber der Sportler ist schlank (positive).

schlank vs mager

Both describe low body fat.

Mager is often negative (underfed); schlank is positive (fit).

Nach der Krankheit war er mager.

schlank vs hager

Both mean thin.

Hager implies bony and old; schlank implies fit and young.

Der hagerer Greis saß auf der Bank.

schlank vs schmal

Both describe narrowness.

Schmal is for width (narrow path); schlank is for shape (slender person).

Ein schmaler Flur; ein schlanker Mann.

schlank vs zierlich

Both describe small/thin people.

Zierlich means small and delicate; schlank just means thin/fit.

Sie ist klein und zierlich.

वाक्य संरचनाएँ

Subject + sein + schlank.

Er ist schlank.

Subject + sein + schlanker als + Person.

Sie ist schlanker als ihre Mutter.

Adjective + Noun + Verb...

Eine schlanke Figur ist schön.

Verb + Adjective...

Ich möchte schlank bleiben.

Noun + mit + schlanker + Noun...

Ein Unternehmen mit schlanker Hierarchie.

Adverbial use

Er hat das Angebot schlankweg abgelehnt.

Abstract noun usage

Die Schlankheit der Konstruktion ist beeindruckend.

Metaphorical use

Wir brauchen eine schlanke Lösung.

शब्द परिवार

संज्ञा

क्रिया

विशेषण

इसे कैसे इस्तेमाल करें

frequency

High in lifestyle, fashion, and business domains.

सामान्य गलतियाँ

Du bist schlänker geworden. → Du bist schlanker geworden.
'Schlank' does not take an umlaut in the comparative form.
Ein schlank Mann. → Ein schlanker Mann.
Adjectives before a masculine nominative noun need the '-er' ending (strong declension).
Sie ist sehr mager (as a compliment). → Sie ist sehr schlank.
'Mager' means gaunt/malnourished and is not a compliment.
Ein schlankes Weg. → Ein schmaler Weg.
'Schmal' is better for the width of paths; 'schlank' is for people or tall objects.
Ich möchte dünn werden. → Ich möchte schlank werden.
'Schlank' sounds more positive and health-oriented than 'dünn'.

सुझाव

Adjective Endings

Always check the gender and case of the noun following 'schlank' to get the ending right (e.g., ein schlankER Mann).

Idiom Alert

Use 'rank und schlank' to sound more like a native speaker when describing someone fit.

Business German

Use 'schlank' to describe efficient processes or flat hierarchies in a professional setting.

Short Vowel

Ensure the 'a' in 'schlank' is short and crisp.

Politeness

Prefer 'schlank' over 'dünn' when complimenting someone on their weight loss.

Fitness Culture

Understand that 'schlank' is a strong cultural ideal in Germany, linked to health and discipline.

Slender Link

Remember 'schlank' by linking it to the English word 'slender'.

Avoid Overuse

While 'schlank' is great, use synonyms like 'grazil' or 'sportlich' to add variety to your writing.

Context Clues

If you hear 'schlank' in a business meeting, it likely refers to efficiency, not physical appearance.

Complimenting

'Du siehst schlank aus' is a safe and common compliment.

याद करें

स्मृति सहायक

Think of a 'slender' person 'slanking' through a narrow door. 'Slank' sounds like 'schlank'.

दृश्य संबंध

Imagine a tall, thin 'S' shape that is very flexible and fit.

Word Web

Figur Sport Diät Elegance Effizienz Model Gesundheit Leicht

चैलेंज

Try to describe three different objects in your room using 'schlank' and its declensions.

शब्द की उत्पत्ति

The word comes from Middle High German 'slanc' and Old High German 'slanc'.

मूल अर्थ: It originally meant 'flexible', 'pliant', or 'winding'.

Germanic (related to English 'slender' and 'sling').

सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ

Be careful when discussing weight; while 'schlank' is positive, body image is a sensitive topic.

In English, 'slim' is a direct equivalent. 'Lean' is used more for meat or business, whereas 'schlank' covers both.

Heidi Klum (often associated with being schlank) Lean Management (Schlankes Management) Schlank-im-Schlaf (Diet)

असल ज़िंदगी में अभ्यास करें

वास्तविक संदर्भ

Fashion

Diese Hose macht schlank.
Ein schlanker Schnitt.
Die schlanke Linie.

Business

Schlanke Verwaltung.
Schlanke Prozesse.
Schlanke Hierarchie.

Health

Schlank bleiben.
Schlank werden.
Eine schlanke Figur haben.

Architecture

Schlanke Säulen.
Ein schlankes Gebäude.
Schlanke Linienführung.

Technology

Schlanke Software.
Eine schlanke Lösung.
Schlanker Code.

बातचीत की शुरुआत

"Wie schaffst du es, immer so schlank zu bleiben?"

"Findest du, dass dieses Kleid mich schlank macht?"

"Sollte unser Staat schlanker werden?"

"Was ist wichtiger: schlank oder muskulös zu sein?"

"Kennst du eine gute Methode, um schlank zu werden?"

डायरी विषय

Beschreibe eine Person, die du als schlank bezeichnen würdest.

Ist das Schlankheitsideal in unserer Gesellschaft gesund?

Was bedeutet 'schlanke Verwaltung' für dich?

Wie hat sich dein Körperbild in den letzten Jahren verändert?

Warum ist 'schlank' oft ein Kompliment?

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल

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Generally, yes. It implies a healthy and attractive thinness. However, like any word about appearance, use it with care depending on the person.

'Schlank' is 'slim' (positive, fit), while 'dünn' is 'thin' (neutral or sometimes negative). 'Dünn' can also describe objects like paper.

No. It is 'schlanker', not 'schlänker'. This is a common mistake for learners.

Yes, for tall, narrow objects like vases, towers, or even design styles. It emphasizes elegance.

It means 'lean administration'—an efficient government or office with little bureaucracy.

'Am schlankesten' or 'der/die/das schlankeste'.

Etymologically yes, but it means 'simply' or 'flatly' (e.g., to refuse flatly).

It's a common idiom meaning 'tall and slim' or 'fit and healthy'.

Yes, to describe a fit and healthy animal, like a horse or a dog.

Yes, 'die Schlankheit' (slenderness).

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