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Describes an object, tool, or arrangement that is unsuitable for its intended purpose, awkward, or difficult to handle.
Weiße Sofas sind schön, aber sehr unpraktisch, wenn man Kinder hat.
White sofas are beautiful, but very impractical if you have children.
The word is made up of the prefix 'un-' and the adjective 'praktisch' (practical). The prefix 'un-' negates the base word and means 'not'. So 'unpraktisch' (impractical) is the exact opposite of 'praktisch' (practical).
Ein Rucksack mit nur einem großen Fach ist oft unpraktisch.
A backpack with only one large compartment is often impractical.
If you want to express for whom or what something is impractical, you use the preposition 'für' followed by the accusative.
Diese kleinen Tasten sind für Menschen mit großen Händen unpraktisch.
These small buttons are impractical for people with large hands.
The context shows what is meant: If 'unpraktisch' (impractical) refers to an object, it is awkward to use. If it refers to an idea, it is difficult to implement. If it refers to a person, they are clumsy with their hands.
Die Jacke ohne Taschen ist unpraktisch. (Gegenstand)
The jacket without pockets is impractical. (object)
When referring to objects, 'unpraktisch' (impractical) is often used for clothing, furniture, or tools that do not serve their purpose well.
Hohe Absätze sind auf Kopfsteinpflaster sehr unpraktisch.
High heels are very impractical on cobblestones.
practical / virtually
'praktisch' and 'unpraktisch' are opposites. 'praktisch' is used when something is useful, easy to use, or suitable for a purpose. 'unpraktisch' is used when something is awkward, does not work well, or is difficult to implement in a real situation. This can refer to an object, such as a bag that is too heavy, or also to a plan that does not work well in everyday life.
Der große Tisch ist in der kleinen Küche unpraktisch, weil man kaum vorbeikommt.
The large table is impractical in the small kitchen because there is hardly any room to get past it.
Zum Lernen ist ein ruhiger Platz in der Bibliothek sehr praktisch.
A quiet spot in the library is very practical for studying.