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A2 adjective #5,500 가장 일반적인 8분 분량

unverständlich

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At the A1 level, learners are just beginning to grasp basic German. Words like 'unverständlich' are typically beyond their active vocabulary. They would focus on understanding simple, concrete concepts and common greetings. If they encountered unverständlich, they might understand it as 'not good' or 'not possible' in a very general sense, but without precise comprehension. They would be learning foundational words like 'gut' (good), 'schlecht' (bad), 'ja' (yes), 'nein' (no), and basic verbs like 'haben' (to have) and 'sein' (to be). The concept of 'unverständlich' requires a level of abstract thinking and vocabulary that is not yet developed at A1. Their focus would be on understanding and using very simple sentences about themselves and their immediate surroundings. They might be able to say 'Ich verstehe nicht' (I don't understand) rather than using a more descriptive adjective like unverständlich.
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At the A2 level, learners can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment). They can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters. They can describe in simple terms aspects of their background, immediate environment and matters in areas of immediate need. While 'verständlich' (understandable) might be introduced, unverständlich would be a more advanced concept. They could potentially understand it in very simple contexts, perhaps as the opposite of 'verständlich', especially if it's explained with clear examples. They might be able to say 'Das ist unverständlich' (That is ununderstandable) in response to something very clearly confusing, but they would likely struggle to use it actively in varied sentences. They are building their vocabulary and moving from single words to simple phrases and sentences. Understanding unverständlich demonstrates a growing ability to process more complex adjectives and their negations.
B1 learners can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. They can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. They can produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. They can describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes & ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. At this level, unverständlich becomes a more useful and accessible word. Learners can understand its meaning clearly and begin to use it in their own speech and writing to describe things that are genuinely difficult to comprehend, such as complex instructions, confusing articles, or unclear explanations. They can differentiate it from simply 'difficult' and use it to express a real lack of understanding. For example, they might say 'Die Regeln des Spiels sind unverständlich für mich.' (The rules of the game are ununderstandable for me.)
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B2 learners can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in their field of specialisation. They can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. They can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options. At the B2 level, unverständlich is a common and useful adjective. Learners can use it precisely to describe anything from complex academic arguments to poorly worded emails. They can also understand its nuances when used by native speakers, recognizing when it implies deliberate obfuscation or simply a lack of clarity. They can effectively use it in sentences like: 'Die Begründung des Richters war für die meisten Zuschauer unverständlich.' (The judge's reasoning was ununderstandable for most spectators.)
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C1 learners can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning. They can express themselves fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. They can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. They can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices. At the C1 level, unverständlich is well within their active vocabulary. They can use it with great precision, understanding its subtle connotations. They can distinguish between something being simply difficult and something being truly incomprehensible. They can also use it in more sophisticated contexts, perhaps when analysing literary texts or critiquing complex theories. For example, 'The abstract nature of the artist's work made parts of the critique unverständlich to the general public.' (Die abstrakte Natur der Kunstwerke des Künstlers machte Teile der Kritik für die breite Öffentlichkeit unverständlich.)
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C2 learners have a level of understanding equivalent to that of a highly educated native speaker. They can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. They can summarise information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation. They can express themselves spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in more complex situations. At the C2 level, unverständlich is a word they use naturally and effectively, understanding its full range of meaning and application. They can employ it to describe anything from highly technical jargon to subtly obscure philosophical concepts. They can also recognize its use in idiomatic or figurative language. They would use it with the same ease and precision as a native speaker, perhaps in contexts like: 'The legalistic jargon employed in the document rendered it practically unverständlich to anyone outside the profession.' (Der juristische Jargon, der in dem Dokument verwendet wurde, machte es für jeden außerhalb des Berufsstandes praktisch unverständlich.)
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unverständlich 30초 만에

  • <strong>Unverständlich</strong> means ununderstandable or unclear.
  • Used when something cannot be grasped or comprehended.
  • Applies to speech, writing, explanations, and concepts.
  • Opposite of 'verständlich' (understandable).

The German adjective unverständlich directly translates to 'ununderstandable' or 'unclear' in English. It's used when something cannot be grasped, comprehended, or understood due to its complexity, obscurity, or poor delivery. Think of it as a barrier to understanding. You might encounter unverständlich when dealing with complicated instructions, mumbled speech, confusing explanations, or even abstract concepts that are hard to follow.

Sein Deutsch ist manchmal unverständlich, weil er sehr schnell spricht.

Etymology
The word is formed by adding the prefix 'un-' (meaning 'not') to the adjective 'verständlich' (understandable). 'Verständlich' itself comes from the verb 'verstehen' (to understand).
Usage Context
This word is quite common in everyday German. It's used in various situations, from casual conversations about someone's unclear explanation to more formal contexts like academic reviews of difficult texts. It signifies a lack of clarity or comprehensibility.

Die Anweisungen für den Aufbau waren völlig unverständlich.

Nuance
While 'unverständlich' means ununderstandable, it doesn't necessarily imply that the speaker or writer is intentionally being difficult. It simply describes the state of the information being hard to grasp.

Using unverständlich correctly involves understanding its grammatical role as an adjective. It typically follows a noun or a linking verb like 'sein' (to be) or 'werden' (to become). It can also be used adverbially to modify verbs, though less commonly. Here are several ways to incorporate it into your German sentences:

Seine Handschrift ist oft unverständlich.

As a Predicate Adjective
This is the most common usage. It describes the subject of the sentence. For example: 'Das Geräusch war unverständlich.' (The noise was ununderstandable.)
Attributive Adjective (less common)
While possible, it's less frequent to place unverständlich directly before a noun it modifies without a definite article. It would sound more natural with articles: 'Ein unverständlicher Satz' (An ununderstandable sentence).
With Modal Verbs
It can be used to express inability to understand: 'Ich kann diesen Text nicht unverständlich finden.' (I cannot find this text ununderstandable - this phrasing is a bit awkward, better: 'Ich finde diesen Text unverständlich.') A more natural way: 'Ich kann das nicht verstehen, es ist unverständlich.' (I cannot understand that, it is ununderstandable.)

Die Erklärung des Lehrers war für die Schüler unverständlich.

Common Scenarios
You'll often hear or use unverständlich when talking about: technical jargon, complex philosophical ideas, hastily written notes, foreign accents, or very abstract art.

The word unverständlich is a staple in everyday German communication, appearing in a wide range of situations. You'll frequently encounter it in spoken conversations, written texts, and even in media. Understanding these contexts will significantly boost your comprehension and usage of the word.

In einer Vorlesung: 'Entschuldigung, Professor, dieser Teil der Erklärung ist für mich unverständlich.'

Everyday Conversations
When friends discuss a confusing movie plot, a complicated recipe, or a colleague's mumbled comment, unverständlich is often the word used to describe the lack of clarity. For instance, 'Was er gesagt hat, war total unverständlich.' (What he said was totally ununderstandable.)
In Education
Students frequently use unverständlich to express their difficulties understanding lectures, textbooks, or assignments. A student might say to a teacher, 'Ihre Erklärungen sind manchmal unverständlich.' (Your explanations are sometimes ununderstandable.)
In the Workplace
In a professional setting, it can be used to describe unclear instructions, complex reports, or confusing project requirements. 'Die neuen Richtlinien sind sehr unverständlich formuliert.' (The new guidelines are formulated very ununderstandably.)

Beim Lesen eines technischen Handbuchs: 'Diese Diagramme sind absolut unverständlich.'

Media and News
Journalists might describe a politician's speech as unverständlich if it's full of jargon or lacks clear points. Similarly, a review of a complex film might state that certain plot elements are unverständlich.
Legal and Administrative Contexts
Official documents, legal texts, or bureaucratic forms can often be perceived as unverständlich by the average person due to their specialized language and complex structure.

When learning a new word like unverständlich, it's easy to make mistakes. Understanding these common pitfalls can help you use the word more accurately and naturally in your German conversations and writing.

Mistake: Using 'unverständlich' when something is simply 'difficult' but not impossible to understand.

Confusing with 'schwierig' (difficult)
While a difficult text might eventually be understood, something unverständlich implies a current, significant barrier to comprehension. 'Schwierig' means it requires effort, but 'unverständlich' means it's currently impossible or extremely hard to grasp. Example: A complex math problem is 'schwierig', but a page of random scribbles is 'unverständlich'.
Incorrect Placement
As an adjective, unverständlich needs to agree with the noun it describes or function as a predicate adjective. Placing it incorrectly can lead to ungrammatical sentences. For instance, saying 'Ich habe unverständlich gesprochen' (I spoke ununderstandably) is correct if you mean your speech was unclear. But saying 'Das ist unverständlich Buch' (That is ununderstandable book) is incorrect; it should be 'Das ist ein unverständliches Buch' or 'Das Buch ist unverständlich'.
Overuse
Sometimes, learners might use unverständlich too broadly. If you only slightly miss understanding something, perhaps 'nicht ganz klar' (not completely clear) or 'etwas kompliziert' (somewhat complicated) might be more appropriate than the strong term 'unverständlich'.

Mistake: Assuming 'unverständlich' is the only way to say something is unclear.

Ignoring other words for 'unclear'
While unverständlich is a good general term, German has other words for lack of clarity depending on the nuance. For example, 'unklar' (unclear, vague), 'undeutlich' (indistinct, unclear speech), or 'missverständlich' (misleading, easily misunderstood). Using them appropriately adds precision.
Using it for deliberate obscurity
While unverständlich can describe deliberately complex language, it doesn't inherently carry the connotation of intention. If you want to emphasize that something is intentionally confusing, you might use phrases like 'absichtlich kompliziert' (intentionally complicated) or 'verwirrend' (confusing).

German, like any language, offers a variety of words to express the concept of 'unclear' or 'ununderstandable'. Choosing the right synonym can add nuance and precision to your communication. Here's a comparison of unverständlich with similar words:

unverständlich vs. unklar
unverständlich: Implies a significant barrier to understanding, often suggesting that comprehension is impossible or extremely difficult. It's a stronger term.
unklar: Means 'unclear' or 'vague'. It suggests a lack of definiteness or precision, but understanding might still be possible with some effort.
Example: 'Die Anweisungen waren unverständlich.' (The instructions were ununderstandable - impossible to follow.) vs. 'Seine Antwort war unklar.' (His answer was unclear - vague, but you might guess what he meant.)
unverständlich vs. schwierig
unverständlich: As discussed, implies incomprehensibility.
schwierig: Means 'difficult'. It suggests that something requires effort to understand but is ultimately achievable.
Example: 'Der Text ist unverständlich.' (The text is ununderstandable - I can't make heads or tails of it.) vs. 'Der Text ist schwierig.' (The text is difficult - it takes concentration to understand.)
unverständlich vs. undeutlich
unverständlich: Applies to content, explanations, writing, etc.
undeutlich: Primarily refers to speech or writing that is indistinct, mumbled, or illegible. It's about the physical clarity of the delivery.
Example: 'Seine Rede war unverständlich.' (His speech was ununderstandable - the content was incomprehensible.) vs. 'Er sprach sehr undeutlich.' (He spoke very indistinctly - I couldn't make out the words.)

unverständlich (ununderstandable) vs. missverständlich (misleading/easily misunderstood)

unverständlich vs. missverständlich
unverständlich: The information itself is hard to grasp.
missverständlich: The information is clear enough, but it can easily be misinterpreted or lead to misunderstandings.
Example: 'Diese Gleichung ist unverständlich.' (This equation is ununderstandable - I can't figure out how it works.) vs. 'Diese Formulierung ist missverständlich.' (This phrasing is misleading - people might interpret it wrongly.)
unverständlich vs. konfus (confusing)
unverständlich: Focuses on the lack of comprehension by the listener/reader.
konfus: Describes something that is inherently jumbled, chaotic, or lacking logical order, which then leads to it being hard to understand.
Example: 'Seine Argumentation war unverständlich.' (His argumentation was ununderstandable - I couldn't follow it.) vs. 'Die Präsentation war sehr konfus.' (The presentation was very confusing - it lacked structure.)

How Formal Is It?

재미있는 사실

The structure of 'un-' + adjective is very common in German, similar to 'un-' in English (e.g., 'unhappy', 'unclear'). This makes 'unverständlich' relatively transparent in its meaning once 'verständlich' is known.

발음 가이드

UK /ˌʊnfɛɐ̯ˈʃtɛntlɪç/
US /ˌʊnfɛrˈʃtɛntlɪç/
The primary stress falls on the second syllable: un-ver-<strong>STÄND</strong>-lich.
라임이 맞는 단어
verständlich beständig ermüdend gebändig lebendig beständig unermüdlich unbändig
자주 하는 실수
  • Misplacing stress: Saying un-VER-ständ-lich or un-ver-ständ-LICH.
  • Pronouncing 'ch' as 'k': Saying un-ver-ständ-lick instead of un-ver-ständ-lich.
  • Not clearly articulating the 'v' sound: Saying 'unfer-' instead of 'unver-'.

난이도

독해 3/5

At A2, recognizing 'unverständlich' in simple sentences is achievable. Understanding its nuances in more complex texts might require B1 or higher. The negation prefix 'un-' is generally straightforward once the base word 'verständlich' is known.

쓰기 3/5

Using 'unverständlich' correctly in simple sentences is possible at A2, especially when describing something clearly confusing. More complex sentence structures and appropriate contexts would be for B1 and above.

말하기 3/5

Pronouncing and using 'unverständlich' in basic responses like 'Das ist unverständlich' is possible at A2. Spontaneous use in varied conversation requires higher proficiency.

듣기 3/5

Recognizing 'unverständlich' when spoken at a moderate pace is achievable for A2 learners, especially in clear contexts. Fast or heavily accented speech might pose challenges.

다음에 무엇을 배울까

선수 학습

verstehen verständlich nicht klar schwierig

다음에 배울 것

unklar missverständlich nachvollziehbar kompliziert erklären

고급

obskur hermeneutisch semantisch epistemologisch konfus

알아야 할 문법

Adjective declension

When 'unverständlich' precedes a noun, it must be declined according to gender, case, and number of the noun. Example: 'ein unverständliches Buch' (a neuter noun in nominative case).

Use with 'sein' (to be)

'Unverständlich' is commonly used as a predicate adjective after 'sein'. Example: 'Die Regeln sind unverständlich.'

Use with modal verbs

It can be used to express inability to understand. Example: 'Ich kann das nicht verstehen, es ist unverständlich.'

Use with adverbs

Adverbs like 'sehr', 'völlig', 'fast' can modify 'unverständlich'. Example: 'Das war sehr unverständlich.'

Negation with 'un-'

'Un-' is a common prefix for negation. Understanding 'verständlich' (understandable) helps in grasping 'unverständlich'.

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수준별 예문

1

Ich verstehe nicht.

I don't understand.

This is a basic statement of not understanding, using the verb 'verstehen'.

2

Das ist schwer.

That is difficult.

Uses the adjective 'schwer' (difficult/heavy).

3

Bitte, langsamer.

Please, slower.

A simple request for slower speech.

4

Ich kann das nicht.

I can't do that.

Expresses inability.

5

Was ist das?

What is that?

A basic question for clarification.

6

Ist das klar?

Is that clear?

Asks for confirmation of understanding.

7

Nein, nicht gut.

No, not good.

Simple negative response.

8

Ich bin müde.

I am tired.

Expresses a state of being.

1

Die Erklärung war unverständlich.

The explanation was ununderstandable.

Uses 'unverständlich' as a predicate adjective describing 'Erklärung' (explanation).

2

Ich verstehe dein Deutsch nicht.

I don't understand your German.

Directly states lack of understanding of someone's language.

3

Das ist zu kompliziert für mich.

That is too complicated for me.

Uses 'kompliziert' (complicated) to describe something.

4

Kannst du das bitte wiederholen?

Can you please repeat that?

A polite request for repetition.

5

Seine Stimme war sehr leise.

His voice was very quiet.

Describes the quality of sound.

6

Ich habe das nicht ganz verstanden.

I didn't quite understand that.

Indicates partial understanding.

7

Die Schrift ist sehr klein.

The writing is very small.

Describes the physical appearance of text.

8

Ich brauche mehr Zeit zum Lernen.

I need more time to learn.

Expresses a need for more learning time.

1

Die Anweisungen waren so unverständlich, dass ich das Gerät nicht benutzen konnte.

The instructions were so ununderstandable that I couldn't use the device.

Connects 'unverständlich' with a consequence using 'dass'.

2

Sein Akzent machte seine Worte fast unverständlich.

His accent made his words almost ununderstandable.

Uses 'fast' (almost) to qualify 'unverständlich'.

3

Ich finde die Diskussion über dieses Thema sehr unverständlich.

I find the discussion about this topic very ununderstandable.

Uses 'finden' (to find) with 'unverständlich'.

4

Die technische Dokumentation war voller Fachbegriffe und daher unverständlich.

The technical documentation was full of jargon and therefore ununderstandable.

Explains the reason for being 'unverständlich' using 'daher' (therefore).

5

Er murmelte etwas unverständliches in seinen Bart.

He mumbled something ununderstandable into his beard.

Uses the declined form 'unverständliches' before a noun.

6

Manchmal sind die Gründe für seine Entscheidungen unverständlich.

Sometimes the reasons for his decisions are ununderstandable.

Applies 'unverständlich' to abstract reasons.

7

Die Qualität der Aufnahme war so schlecht, dass der Dialog unverständlich war.

The quality of the recording was so bad that the dialogue was ununderstandable.

Connects poor quality to lack of understanding.

8

Ich habe versucht, das alte Manuskript zu lesen, aber es war fast vollständig unverständlich.

I tried to read the old manuscript, but it was almost completely ununderstandable.

Uses adverbs 'fast vollständig' (almost completely) to modify 'unverständlich'.

1

Die Komplexität des wissenschaftlichen Papers machte es für Laien weitgehend unverständlich.

The complexity of the scientific paper made it largely ununderstandable for laypeople.

Uses 'weitgehend' (largely) to modify 'unverständlich' in a formal context.

2

Seine philosophischen Ausführungen waren oft so abstrakt, dass sie für die meisten Zuhörer unverständlich blieben.

His philosophical explanations were often so abstract that they remained ununderstandable for most listeners.

Uses 'blieben' (remained) to emphasize the ongoing state of being ununderstandable.

3

Die Interpretation des Kunstwerks durch den Kritiker schien mir unverständlich und überzogen.

The critic's interpretation of the artwork seemed ununderstandable and exaggerated to me.

Applies 'unverständlich' to an interpretation, adding another adjective 'überzogen' (exaggerated).

4

Ohne den historischen Kontext waren die alten Texte nahezu unverständlich.

Without the historical context, the old texts were nearly ununderstandable.

Uses 'nahezu' (nearly) and specifies the condition for being ununderstandable.

5

Die internen Memo-Sprache des Unternehmens war für neue Mitarbeiter oft unverständlich.

The company's internal memo language was often ununderstandable for new employees.

Describes jargon as 'unverständlich' in a corporate setting.

6

Er verteidigte seine Position mit einer Leidenschaft, die seine Argumente fast unverständlich machte.

He defended his position with a passion that almost made his arguments ununderstandable.

Shows how strong emotion can contribute to something being ununderstandable.

7

Die mathematische Ableitung war so fehlerhaft, dass sie unverständlich wurde.

The mathematical derivation was so flawed that it became ununderstandable.

Uses 'wurde' (became) to indicate a change in state.

8

Ihre Kritik an dem Film war so subtil, dass sie für viele Zuschauer unverständlich blieb.

Her criticism of the film was so subtle that it remained ununderstandable for many viewers.

Highlights subtlety as a cause for being ununderstandable.

1

Die hermeneutische Deutung des Textes war für jene, die nicht mit der Theorie vertraut waren, schlichtweg unverständlich.

The hermeneutic interpretation of the text was simply ununderstandable for those not familiar with the theory.

Uses 'schlichtweg' (simply/plainly) and specifies the audience for whom it is ununderstandable.

2

Die nuancierten politischen Äußerungen des Diplomaten waren oft so vielschichtig, dass sie von der Öffentlichkeit als unverständlich empfunden wurden.

The nuanced political statements of the diplomat were often so multifaceted that they were perceived as ununderstandable by the public.

Employs 'vielschichtig' (multifaceted) and 'empfunden wurden' (were perceived).

3

Die poetische Sprache des Autors, obwohl meisterhaft, war in Teilen für den durchschnittlichen Leser unverständlich.

The author's poetic language, although masterful, was in parts ununderstandable for the average reader.

Acknowledges mastery while still deeming parts 'unverständlich'.

4

Die theoretischen Konstrukte in der Quantenphysik können für Nicht-Physiker leicht unverständlich sein.

The theoretical constructs in quantum physics can easily be ununderstandable for non-physicists.

Uses 'leicht' (easily) and specifies the group for whom it's ununderstandable.

5

Die Analyse der sozialen Strukturen war so detailliert, dass sie fast unverständlich wurde, bevor man sich tief eingearbeitet hatte.

The analysis of social structures was so detailed that it almost became ununderstandable before one had delved deeply into it.

Shows how excessive detail can lead to being ununderstandable, with a temporal condition.

6

Er nutzte eine Metaphorik, die so obskur war, dass sie seinem Publikum unverständlich blieb.

He used a metaphoric language that was so obscure that it remained ununderstandable to his audience.

Connects 'obscure' metaphoric language with being 'unverständlich'.

7

Die juristische Argumentation war so verschachtelt, dass sie selbst für erfahrene Juristen an manchen Stellen unverständlich war.

The legal argumentation was so convoluted that it was ununderstandable in some places even for experienced lawyers.

Describes legal argumentation as 'verschachtelt' (convoluted) and 'unverständlich'.

8

Die tiefe psychologische Einsicht des Autors machte die Charakterentwicklung zwar faszinierend, aber auch bisweilen unverständlich.

The author's deep psychological insight made the character development fascinating, but also at times ununderstandable.

Juxtaposes 'fascinating' with 'unverständlich' to show complexity.

1

Die epistemologischen Implikationen seiner Theorie waren so sperrig formuliert, dass sie selbst für Fachkollegen bisweilen unverständlich blieben.

The epistemological implications of his theory were formulated so ponderously that they remained ununderstandable even for colleagues at times.

Uses sophisticated vocabulary like 'epistemologischen' and 'sperrig' (ponderous/bulky).

2

Die subversiven Untertöne in der Satire waren so raffiniert versteckt, dass sie dem breiten Publikum unverständlich blieben, obwohl sie für Kenner offensichtlich waren.

The subversive undertones in the satire were so cleverly hidden that they remained ununderstandable to the general public, although they were obvious to connoisseurs.

Highlights the contrast between connoisseurs and the general public regarding understanding.

3

Seine Prosodie und sein Dialekt waren so ausgeprägt, dass seine gesprochene Prosa für Hörer ohne spezifische regionale Kenntnisse nahezu unverständlich war.

His prosody and dialect were so pronounced that his spoken prose was nearly ununderstandable for listeners without specific regional knowledge.

Focuses on pronunciation and regional dialect as causes for being ununderstandable.

4

Die intertextuellen Bezüge in dem postmodernen Roman waren so zahlreich und obskur, dass sie für den unvorbereiteten Leser unverständlich blieben.

The intertextual references in the postmodern novel were so numerous and obscure that they remained ununderstandable for the unprepared reader.

Discusses literary devices like 'intertextuellen Bezüge' (intertextual references).

5

Die Analyse der Quantenverschränkung erforderte ein Maß an mathematischer Abstraktion, das für die meisten außerhalb des Feldes unverständlich war.

The analysis of quantum entanglement required a degree of mathematical abstraction that was ununderstandable for most outside the field.

Specifies the domain and the level of abstraction required.

6

Die archaische Sprache des mittelalterlichen Dokuments machte eine genaue Übersetzung nahezu unmöglich und das Original unverständlich.

The archaic language of the medieval document made an exact translation nearly impossible and the original ununderstandable.

Links archaic language to near impossibility of translation and ununderstandability.

7

Er argumentierte mit einer Dialektik, die so verschlungen war, dass sie eher verwirrte als überzeugte, und somit unverständlich blieb.

He argued with a dialectic that was so convoluted that it confused rather than convinced, and thus remained ununderstandable.

Describes a 'convoluted dialectic' that leads to confusion and lack of understanding.

8

Die feinsten Nuancen des kulturellen Kontextes waren für Außenstehende so tiefgreifend unverständlich, dass eine volle Wertschätzung des Werkes unmöglich war.

The finest nuances of the cultural context were so profoundly ununderstandable for outsiders that a full appreciation of the work was impossible.

Emphasizes profound lack of understanding due to cultural context.

자주 쓰는 조합

völlig unverständlich
fast unverständlich
kaum unverständlich
etwas unverständlich
sehr unverständlich
fast unmöglich zu verstehen
macht etwas unverständlich
bleibt unverständlich
ist unverständlich für jemanden
wirkt unverständlich

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Das ist unverständlich.

— That is ununderstandable.

Ich habe die Anweisungen gelesen, aber das ist unverständlich.

Ich verstehe das nicht, es ist unverständlich.

— I don't understand that, it is ununderstandable.

Seine Argumentation ist sehr kompliziert, ich verstehe das nicht, es ist unverständlich.

Seine Erklärung war unverständlich.

— His explanation was ununderstandable.

Nachdem er gesprochen hatte, sagte sie: 'Seine Erklärung war unverständlich.'

Die Schrift ist unverständlich.

— The writing is ununderstandable.

Ich kann diese alte Handschrift nicht lesen, die Schrift ist unverständlich.

Das ist für mich unverständlich.

— That is ununderstandable for me.

Warum er so reagiert hat, ist für mich unverständlich.

Es ist schwer zu verstehen, fast unverständlich.

— It is hard to understand, almost ununderstandable.

Dieser wissenschaftliche Artikel ist schwer zu verstehen, fast unverständlich.

Die Musik war unverständlich laut.

— The music was ununderstandably loud.

Wir konnten uns nicht unterhalten, die Musik war unverständlich laut.

Seine Worte blieben unverständlich.

— His words remained ununderstandable.

Trotz seines Bemühens blieben seine Worte für uns unverständlich.

Das wirkt unverständlich.

— That seems ununderstandable.

Sein Verhalten in dieser Situation wirkt unverständlich.

Eine unverständliche Sprache.

— An ununderstandable language.

Wir hörten Stimmen in einer für uns unverständlichen Sprache.

자주 혼동되는 단어

unverständlich vs unklar

'Unklar' means vague or not precise, but often still understandable with some effort. 'Unverständlich' means completely ununderstandable.

unverständlich vs schwierig

'Schwierig' means difficult; it requires effort but can be understood. 'Unverständlich' implies a barrier to understanding altogether.

unverständlich vs undeutlich

'Undeutlich' refers to indistinct speech or writing, making it hard to discern the words. 'Unverständlich' refers to the content being incomprehensible.

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unverständlich vs unklar

Both describe a lack of clarity.

'Unklar' suggests vagueness or lack of definition, where understanding is possible but requires more effort or clarification. 'Unverständlich' implies a complete inability to grasp the meaning, often due to extreme complexity, obscurity, or poor delivery.

Seine Antwort war <strong>unklar</strong> (vague), aber seine Handschrift war <strong>unverständlich</strong> (illegible).

unverständlich vs schwierig

Both relate to something being hard to process.

'Schwierig' means 'difficult', implying that something requires significant effort to understand but is ultimately achievable. 'Unverständlich' means 'ununderstandable', suggesting that comprehension is currently impossible or highly improbable.

Das Mathe-Problem war <strong>schwierig</strong> (difficult), aber die alte Schrift war <strong>unverständlich</strong> (unreadable).

unverständlich vs undeutlich

Both can relate to speech or writing.

'Undeutlich' specifically refers to indistinctness in pronunciation or visual clarity (e.g., mumbled speech, smudged ink). 'Unverständlich' refers to the comprehensibility of the message itself, regardless of how clearly it's presented.

Er sprach <strong>undeutlich</strong> (mumbled), sodass seine Worte <strong>unverständlich</strong> (incomprehensible) waren.

unverständlich vs missverständlich

Both relate to potential misunderstanding.

'Missverständlich' means 'misleading' or 'easily misinterpreted'. The information might be clear, but its phrasing can lead to wrong conclusions. 'Unverständlich' means the information itself is so obscure or complex that it cannot be understood at all.

Die Formulierung war <strong>missverständlich</strong> (misleading), aber die mathematische Formel war <strong>unverständlich</strong> (incomprehensible).

unverständlich vs verworren

Both describe something that is hard to follow.

'Verworren' means 'tangled', 'muddled', or 'confused', often referring to a lack of logical structure or coherence. 'Unverständlich' is the result of this confusion – the state of being unable to understand.

Seine Gedanken waren <strong>verworren</strong> (muddled), was seine Erklärung <strong>unverständlich</strong> machte (made it ununderstandable).

문장 패턴

A2

Subjekt + sein + unverständlich.

Die Karte ist <strong>unverständlich</strong>.

A2

Ich verstehe + Nomen + nicht.

Ich verstehe die Regeln nicht.

B1

Die/Der/Das + Nomen + war(en) + unverständlich.

Die Anweisungen waren <strong>unverständlich</strong>.

B1

Etwas + ist + (fast) + unverständlich.

Das ist <strong>fast unverständlich</strong>.

B2

Jemand + findet + etwas + unverständlich.

Ich <strong>finde</strong> seine Argumentation <strong>unverständlich</strong>.

B2

Adverb + Adjektiv + Nomen + war(en) + unverständlich.

Die <strong>komplizierte</strong> technische Dokumentation war <strong>weitgehend unverständlich</strong>.

C1

Die + Nomen + blieben + für + jemanden + unverständlich.

Die philosophischen Texte <strong>blieben</strong> für viele Studenten <strong>unverständlich</strong>.

C1

Etwas + macht + etwas + unverständlich.

Der schlechte Empfang <strong>machte</strong> die Durchsage <strong>unverständlich</strong>.

어휘 가족

명사

Verständnis understanding, comprehension
Verständlichkeit understandability, clarity

동사

verstehen to understand
verständigen to inform, to notify

형용사

verständlich understandable
unverständlich ununderstandable

관련

Missverständnis misunderstanding
verständlich machen to make understandable
jemandem etwas erklären to explain something to someone
nicht begreifen to not grasp/comprehend
unklar unclear
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사용법

frequency

Common

자주 하는 실수
  • Using 'unverständlich' when something is just 'difficult'. → Use 'schwierig' for difficult tasks/texts, and 'unverständlich' for things that are truly impossible to comprehend.

    'Schwierig' implies effort is needed but understanding is possible. 'Unverständlich' implies a fundamental barrier to comprehension. For example, a complex math problem is 'schwierig', but a page of random scribbles is 'unverständlich'.

  • Incorrect adjective declension. → Ensure correct endings based on gender, case, and number. E.g., 'ein <strong>unverständliches</strong> Buch'.

    German adjectives must agree with the noun they modify. Forgetting to decline 'unverständlich' can lead to grammatical errors. Always check the noun's properties.

  • Confusing 'unverständlich' with 'undeutlich'. → Use 'undeutlich' for indistinct speech/writing and 'unverständlich' for incomprehensible content.

    'Undeutlich' refers to the physical clarity of the delivery (e.g., mumbling), while 'unverständlich' refers to the message itself being impossible to understand.

  • Using 'unverständlich' for something only slightly unclear. → Use 'unklar' or 'nicht ganz klar' for things that are vague but still somewhat understandable.

    'Unverständlich' is a strong term for complete lack of comprehension. For minor vagueness, 'unklar' is a more nuanced and accurate choice.

  • Overusing 'unverständlich' in informal speech. → While usable, consider more casual alternatives like 'Ich versteh' das nicht' or 'Das ist ja wirr!'.

    While 'unverständlich' is standard, in very casual settings, native speakers might opt for simpler expressions to convey a lack of understanding.

팁

Adjective Declension

Remember that 'unverständlich' is an adjective and needs to be declined when it comes before a noun. For example, 'ein unverständliches Buch' (a neuter noun in the nominative case).

Stress the Syllable

The stress in 'unverständlich' falls on the second syllable: un-ver-STÄND-lich. Practicing this will make your pronunciation clearer.

Opposites Matter

Knowing the opposite, 'verständlich' (understandable), helps solidify the meaning of 'unverständlich'. Visualize something that is clearly understandable versus something that is completely opaque.

Break It Down

Deconstruct the word: 'un-' (not) + 'verständlich' (understandable). This makes it easier to remember and guess the meaning of similar negated adjectives.

Polite Refusal

If you don't understand something someone said, you can politely say: 'Entschuldigung, das war für mich unverständlich.' (Excuse me, that was ununderstandable for me.)

Be Specific

When using 'unverständlich', try to specify *why* something is ununderstandable to add more detail to your writing. For example, 'Die Handschrift war unverständlich wegen der vielen Tintenflecken.'

Value of Clarity

Germans often appreciate clear and direct communication. Using 'unverständlich' to describe something inefficiently communicated can be a valid critique.

Use It Actively

Try to use 'unverständlich' in your own sentences as much as possible, describing things you genuinely find hard to understand. This active recall is key to mastering the word.

Listen for Context

When you hear 'unverständlich', pay attention to the context. What is being described as ununderstandable? This will help you grasp its usage in real-life situations.

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기억법

Imagine a person trying to read a book written in a completely alien language. The letters are squiggles, the words make no sense – it's utterly unverständlich. Think of it as 'un-understanding-able'.

시각적 연상

Picture a tangled ball of yarn. It's so messy and knotted that you can't figure out where to start or how to unravel it. This tangled mess is unverständlich.

Word Web

Unverständlich Cannot understand Confusing Obscure Muddled Unclear Incomprehensible Difficult to grasp

챌린지

Try to describe a situation where you encountered something unverständlich. Was it a text, a conversation, or something else? Write a short paragraph using the word.

어원

The word 'unverständlich' is a direct negation of the German adjective 'verständlich', which means 'understandable'. 'Verständlich' itself derives from the verb 'verstehen' (to understand). The prefix 'un-' is a common German prefix used to negate adjectives and adverbs, indicating the opposite meaning.

원래 의미: The core meaning is 'not understandable'.

Germanic language family, specifically High German.

문화적 맥락

While 'unverständlich' is a descriptive term, using it too frequently or in a dismissive way about someone's speech or writing could be perceived as rude. It's often better to explain *why* something is ununderstandable rather than just labeling it as such, especially in direct interaction.

In English-speaking cultures, similar concepts exist with words like 'incomprehensible', 'unintelligible', or 'unclear'. The emphasis on directness and clarity is also present, though the specific social implications might vary.

A common complaint about overly academic or philosophical texts is that they are 'unverständlich' for the layperson. In discussions about foreign languages or accents, one might say someone's speech is 'unverständlich' if it's too difficult to follow. Art critiques often grapple with whether a piece is intentionally 'unverständlich' or simply poorly executed.

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실제 사용 상황

Instructions and Manuals

  • Die Anleitung ist <strong>unverständlich</strong>.
  • Ich kann das nicht verstehen, es ist <strong>unverständlich</strong>.
  • Die Schritte sind <strong>unverständlich</strong> formuliert.

Conversations and Explanations

  • Was du sagst, ist <strong>unverständlich</strong>.
  • Seine Erklärung war <strong>unverständlich</strong>.
  • Ich verstehe dich nicht, deine Worte sind <strong>unverständlich</strong>.

Texts and Documents

  • Der Text ist <strong>unverständlich</strong>.
  • Diese Handschrift ist <strong>unverständlich</strong>.
  • Das Dokument ist <strong>unverständlich</strong> geschrieben.

Abstract Concepts and Ideas

  • Die Theorie ist <strong>unverständlich</strong>.
  • Seine Argumente sind <strong>unverständlich</strong>.
  • Das Konzept bleibt für mich <strong>unverständlich</strong>.

Sounds and Speech

  • Das Geräusch war <strong>unverständlich</strong>.
  • Er sprach <strong>unverständlich</strong>.
  • Die Durchsage war <strong>unverständlich</strong>.

대화 시작하기

"Have you ever encountered instructions that were completely unverständlich?"

"What's the most unverständlich thing you've ever read?"

"If someone speaks in a way that is unverständlich, how do you usually react?"

"Can you think of a time when a movie plot was so unverständlich you couldn't follow it?"

"When is it okay for something to be unverständlich, and when should it always be clear?"

일기 주제

Describe a situation where you felt something was <strong>unverständlich</strong> and how it affected you.

Write about a time you tried to explain something complex, and worried it might be <strong>unverständlich</strong>.

Reflect on the difference between something being 'difficult' and something being '<strong>unverständlich</strong>'. Provide examples.

Imagine you are writing a review of a book or film. Use the word <strong>unverständlich</strong> to describe a specific aspect.

How can we make our communication less <strong>unverständlich</strong> for others, especially in a multicultural context?

자주 묻는 질문

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The most direct English translations of 'unverständlich' are 'ununderstandable' and 'incomprehensible'. It signifies a complete lack of clarity or graspability.

Use 'unverständlich' when something is genuinely impossible or extremely difficult to understand. This could be due to complex jargon, poor explanations, illegible handwriting, or abstract concepts that are beyond your current comprehension.

The most common opposite of 'unverständlich' is 'verständlich', meaning 'understandable'. Other related opposites include 'klar' (clear) and 'nachvollziehbar' (comprehensible, logical).

Yes, 'unverständlich' can be used to describe speech. For example, 'Seine Rede war unverständlich' means 'His speech was ununderstandable'. This could be due to a strong accent, mumbling, or the complexity of the content.

Yes, 'unverständlich' is a strong word. It implies a significant barrier to understanding. If something is only slightly unclear, words like 'unklar' (unclear) or 'schwierig' (difficult) might be more appropriate.

When 'unverständlich' precedes a noun, it needs to be declined. For example, 'Das ist ein unverständliches Buch.' (That is an ununderstandable book.) The ending changes based on the gender, case, and number of the noun.

'Undeutlich' refers to indistinctness in speech or writing (e.g., mumbled words, blurry text). 'Unverständlich' refers to the content itself being incomprehensible, regardless of how clearly it's presented.

Yes, 'unverständlich' can be used for abstract ideas, theories, or concepts that are difficult to grasp. For example, 'Die philosophische Theorie war unverständlich für mich.'

Germans often value clear communication. If something is 'unverständlich', they might ask for clarification ('Können Sie das erklären?'), express their lack of understanding directly ('Ich verstehe das nicht.'), or indicate that it's too difficult ('Das ist zu kompliziert für mich.').

'Unverständlich' can be used in both formal and informal contexts. Its formality depends on the surrounding vocabulary and the situation. It's a standard adjective for expressing a lack of comprehension.

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