01
pazifisch
Pacific
Related to the Pacific Ocean.
example
Die pazifische Inselgruppe ist für ihre einzigartige Tierwelt bekannt.
The Pacific island group is known for its unique wildlife.
pazifisch
Pacific / peaceful
Checking...
Loading your saved state.
Meanings
01 / 02
Usage tips
Word family
The adjective 'pazifisch' is derived directly from the noun 'der Pazifik' (the Pacific Ocean). Its most common meaning therefore refers to this geographical region.
EXAMPLE
Der Pazifik ist der größte Ozean der Erde.
The Pacific is the largest ocean on Earth.
Context clue
The context makes the meaning clear. If it is about geography, countries, islands, or the sea, the Pacific Ocean is meant. If it is about politics, conflicts, or diplomacy, the meaning is 'peaceful'.
EXAMPLE
Hawaii ist eine bekannte pazifische Inselgruppe.
Hawaii is a well-known Pacific island group.
Typical collocations
In its geographical meaning, 'pazifisch' is often combined with nouns such as 'Küste' (coast), 'Insel' (island), 'Region' (region), or 'Lachs' (salmon).
EXAMPLE
Die pazifische Küste Südamerikas ist sehr lang.
The Pacific coast of South America is very long.
Register and style
The meaning 'friedlich' (peaceful) is rare and belongs to an elevated, formal style. It is found mainly in historical or diplomatic texts.
EXAMPLE
Der König war für seine pazifische Haltung bekannt.
The king was known for his peaceful attitude.
Compare with
pazifisch vs friedlich
peaceful
'friedlich' and 'pazifisch' can both have to do with peace, but they are used very differently. 'Friedlich' is the normal everyday word when something happens without violence, conflict, or war. 'Pazifisch' in the sense of 'peaceful' sounds rare and elevated; many people first think of the Pacific Ocean when they hear 'pazifisch'. If you want to say clearly and naturally that something is without violence, usually use 'friedlich'. 'Pazifisch' is more suitable in special or elevated texts about peace.
pazifisch
In dem alten Text wird eine pazifische Ordnung zwischen den Ländern beschrieben.
The old text describes a peaceful order between the countries.
friedlich
Die Nachbarn haben den Konflikt friedlich geklärt.
The neighbors resolved the conflict peacefully.
In real life
Loading video examples...