disgusting
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disgusting
Causing strong aversion or disgust, often referring to taste, smell, or appearance. It describes something that is physically repulsive.
Das alte Essen im Kühlschrank roch wirklich ekelig.
The old food in the fridge smelled really disgusting.
The adjective 'ekelig' (disgusting) is derived from the noun 'der Ekel' (disgust, revulsion). The ending '-ig' turns the noun into an adjective and literally means 'causing disgust'.
Allein der Gedanke an die Prüfung löst bei mir Ekel aus.
Just the thought of the exam fills me with disgust.
Whether 'ekelig' (disgusting) describes a physical or moral aversion depends on the context. If it refers to things, food, or smells, the physical meaning is intended. If it refers to a person's behavior, the moral meaning is intended.
Der Geruch aus der Mülltonne ist wirklich ekelig.
The smell from the garbage can is really disgusting.
In its physical meaning, 'ekelig' (disgusting) is often connected with sensory perceptions or unpleasant things. Typical combinations are 'ein ekeliger Geruch' (a disgusting smell), 'ein ekeliger Geschmack' (a disgusting taste), or also 'ekeliges Wetter' (nasty weather).
Nach dem Regen war das Wetter draußen kalt und ekelig.
After the rain, the weather outside was cold and nasty.
To express moral outrage, 'ekelig' (disgusting) is often used in the structure 'Ich finde es ekelig, dass/wie ...' (I find it disgusting that/how ...). This construction introduces a subordinate clause that describes the repulsive behavior.
Ich finde es ekelig, wie er mit seinen Mitarbeitern umgeht.
I find it disgusting how he treats his employees.
fair
'fair' and 'ekelig' are opposites here when 'ekelig' describes behavior. 'fair' means just and decent. 'ekelig' then means unpleasant, repulsive, or unfair behavior. The word sounds strongly emotional and negative. Important: 'ekelig' is also very often used for things that cause disgust, for example smells or food. In this comparison, however, the focus is on the person or their behavior.
Es war ekelig, wie er den Fehler sofort seiner Kollegin zuschob.
It was disgusting how he immediately pushed the blame for the mistake onto his colleague.
Er will bei der Arbeit eine faire Lösung für beide Seiten finden.
He wants to find a fair solution for both sides at work.