asymmetrical
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asymmetrical
Describes something that is not symmetrical. The two halves or sides of an object are unequal in shape, size, or arrangement.
Das moderne Gebäude hat eine auffällige, asymmetrische Fassade.
The modern building has a striking, asymmetrical facade.
The word is easy to understand if you know its parts: the prefix 'a-' means 'not' or 'un-'. 'Asymmetrisch' (asymmetrical) therefore literally means 'not symmetrical'.
Der Grundriss der Wohnung ist völlig asymmetrisch.
The apartment's floor plan is completely asymmetrical.
'Asymmetrisch' (asymmetrical) is often used to describe objects from the fields of design, art, or fashion. Typical combinations are 'asymmetrischer Schnitt' (asymmetrical cut), 'asymmetrische Frisur' (asymmetrical hairstyle), or 'asymmetrisches Muster' (asymmetrical pattern).
Das Kleid hat einen eleganten, asymmetrischen Schnitt.
The dress has an elegant, asymmetrical cut.
This adjective is frequently found in specialized language such as geometry, art history, or biology to describe an unequal arrangement or form.
In der Biologie sind viele Organe im Körper asymmetrisch angeordnet.
In biology, many organs in the body are arranged asymmetrically.
irregular
Both words can describe a shape whose sides or parts do not appear equal. “Unregelmäßig” generally emphasizes an uneven shape, while “asymmetrisch” more precisely says that two sides or halves are not arranged as mirror images. Choose “asymmetrisch” when the lack of symmetry is the key point.
Der asymmetrische Rahmen hat auf der linken und rechten Seite eine andere Form.
The asymmetrical frame has a different shape on the left and right sides.
Der unregelmäßige Rahmen hat unterschiedlich breite Seiten und wirkt handgemacht.
The irregular frame has sides of different widths and looks handmade.
