Usage Note
Feinkörnig describes a texture with very small, uniform particles — used of stone (feinkörniger Granit), wood, sandpaper grades, and photographic film. Contrasts with grobkörnig (coarse-grained).
Examples
"Der Bildhauer bevorzugte feinkörnigen Marmor für seine Skulpturen."
Natural Translation
The sculptor preferred fine-grained marble for his sculptures.
Literal Translation
The sculptor preferred fine-grained marble for his sculptures.
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