astronomical
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astronomical
In a figurative sense, extremely large, huge, or unimaginably high. Often used for prices, sums, or numbers.
Die Kosten für die Renovierung des alten Theaters waren astronomisch.
The costs of renovating the old theater were astronomical.
astronomical
Relating to astronomy, the science of the stars and the universe.
Mit dem neuen Teleskop sind präzisere astronomische Beobachtungen möglich.
With the new telescope, more precise astronomical observations are possible.
The adjective 'astronomisch' (astronomical) is derived from the noun 'die Astronomie' (astronomy). The ending '-isch' means 'relating to.'
Er interessiert sich für Astronomie und liest viele Bücher über das Universum.
He is interested in astronomy and reads many books about the universe.
In its figurative meaning, 'astronomisch' (astronomical) is almost always used with words for amounts or values. Common combinations are 'astronomische Preise' (astronomical prices), 'astronomische Summen' (astronomical sums), or 'astronomische Höhen' (astronomical heights).
Die Immobilienpreise in der Innenstadt haben astronomische Höhen erreicht.
Real estate prices in the city center have reached astronomical heights.
You can recognize the literal meaning by the fact that the adjective is combined with scientific terms from space research. Typical phrases are 'astronomische Beobachtung' (astronomical observation), 'astronomische Einheit' (astronomical unit), or 'astronomisches Phänomen' (astronomical phenomenon).
Die Entdeckung eines neuen Planeten ist ein wichtiges astronomisches Ereignis.
The discovery of a new planet is an important astronomical event.
gigantic
Both words describe an extreme extent. “Gigantisch” generally suits extraordinary size or impact. “Astronomisch” is used especially for very high prices, sums, and numbers. Thus, dimensions can be gigantic, while costs are often astronomical.
Die Kosten für das neue Stadion sind astronomisch.
The cost of the new stadium is astronomical.
Das neue Stadion hat gigantische Ausmaße.
The new stadium is gigantic in scale.
