overweight
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overweight
Having a body weight that is above the level considered normal or healthy.
Der Arzt hat ihm geraten, seine Ernährung umzustellen, da er leicht übergewichtig ist.
The doctor advised him to change his diet because he is slightly overweight.
The word is a clear compound of 'über' (over, too much) and 'Gewicht' (weight). The ending '-ig' turns it into an adjective. So it literally describes someone having 'too much weight.'
Viele Menschen sind laut der Studie leicht übergewichtig.
According to the study, many people are slightly overweight.
The adjective is often combined with adverbs that describe the degree. Common combinations are 'leicht übergewichtig' (slightly overweight), 'stark übergewichtig' (severely overweight), or 'etwas übergewichtig' (somewhat overweight).
Mein Kater ist laut Tierarzt etwas übergewichtig.
According to the vet, my tomcat is somewhat overweight.
'Übergewichtig' (overweight) is a neutral and factual term that is often used in medical or scientific contexts. It is a polite and respectful way to talk about a person's weight.
Die Ärztin erklärte, welche Gesundheitsrisiken bestehen, wenn man stark übergewichtig ist.
The doctor explained what health risks exist when someone is severely overweight.
fat / bold
Both words can describe a person's body weight, but they have different connotations. „Fett“ is colloquial and can sound direct or hurtful, while „übergewichtig“ is more factual and restrained. In a neutral conversation about health, „übergewichtig“ is usually more appropriate.
Die Ärztin stellte fest, dass der Mann übergewichtig ist.
The doctor determined that the man is overweight.
Der Mann wurde wegen seines Aussehens als fett beschimpft.
The man was insulted and called fat because of his appearance.
