futuristisch
futuristic
Relating to the future or characterized by ideas of a technically and socially advanced future.
EXAMPLE
Das futuristische Gebäude sieht aus wie ein Raumschiff.
The futuristic building looks like a spaceship.
futuristisch
futuristic
futuristisch – futuristischer – am futuristischsten
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Meanings
futuristisch
Futurist
Relating to Futurism, an avant-garde art movement from the early 20th century.
EXAMPLE
Die Ausstellung zeigt futuristische Gemälde aus Italien.
The exhibition shows Futurist paintings from Italy.
Forms
Forms adapted from the German Wiktionary entry futuristisch, by Wiktionary contributors, licence CC BY-SA 4.0.
Comparison
| basic form | futuristisch |
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| comparative | futuristischer |
| superlative | am futuristischsten |
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After ein, eine
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Without article
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Usage tips
Word formation
'Futuristisch' combines the stem 'Futur' (future) with the ending '-istisch'. The ending indicates that something is connected with an idea, a movement, or a particular field.
EXAMPLE
Die futuristische Gestaltung des Bahnhofs beeindruckt viele Besucher.
The futuristic design of the train station impresses many visitors.
Typical collocations
When referring to the future, 'futuristisch' often appears with words related to technology, architecture, and design. Typical combinations are 'futuristische Technologie' (futuristic technology), 'futuristische Architektur' (futuristic architecture), and 'futuristisches Design' (futuristic design).
EXAMPLE
Das Unternehmen entwickelt futuristische Technologien für den Alltag.
The company is developing futuristic technologies for everyday life.
Context clue
The meaning related to the art movement can often be recognized from words such as 'Gemälde' (paintings), 'Ausstellung' (exhibition), 'Avantgarde' (avant-garde), or 'Italien' (Italy). A reference to the early 20th century also often points to this meaning.
EXAMPLE
Die futuristischen Maler verherrlichten Technik, Geschwindigkeit und Bewegung.
The Futurist painters glorified technology, speed, and movement.
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