fächerförmig

fan-shaped, spreading outward like a fan

adjective FEKH-er-foer-mikh Rare

Usage Note

fächerförmig describes something spreading outward from a central point like an open fan (Fächer). Used in botany for leaf arrangements, geology for delta formations, architecture for fan vaults, and everyday descriptions of spreading shapes.

Examples

"Die fächerförmige Palme wuchs majestätisch über die Terrasse."

Natural Translation

The fan-shaped palm spread majestically over the terrace.

Literal Translation

The fan-shaped palm grew majestically over the terrace.

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