mäandrisch

meandering, winding like a river

adjective mae-AN-drish Rare

Origin: from the river Maeander in Turkey

Usage Note

Mäandrisch describes a course that repeatedly loops and doubles back, characteristic of slow rivers crossing flat plains. It is used in geography, landscape description and figuratively for rambling narratives.

Examples

"Der mäandrische Flusslauf war vom Hügel aus gut zu erkennen."

Natural Translation

The meandering river course was clearly visible from the hill.

Literal Translation

The meandering river course was well to recognise from the hill.

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