transparent
transparent, see-through
adjective trans-pah-RENT Rare
Origin: from Latin 'transparere'
Also means
transparent (in intent)
Usage Note
Transparent describes a material through which objects can clearly be seen. It is also widely used figuratively for openness and clarity in politics or communication (transparentes Verfahren).
Examples
"Der transparente Kunststoffdeckel ließ den Inhalt des Behälters erkennen."
Natural Translation
The transparent plastic lid let the contents of the container be seen.
Literal Translation
The transparent plastic lid let the contents of the container be recognised.
Related Words
- abgekämpft battle-worn, exhausted and haggard
- angelaufen tarnished, discoloured
- ansehnlich attractive, presentable, considerable
- anthrazitfarben anthracite-coloured, dark charcoal grey
- auffallend striking, conspicuous, eye-catching
- auffällig conspicuous, striking
- bereift frosted, covered with hoarfrost
- bestäubt dusted, covered with a fine powder
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