weitläufig

distantly (related), loosely, broadly

adverb VYT-loyf-ikh Rare

Also means

spaciously, extensively

Usage Note

Weitläufig has two main meanings: (1) physically spacious (eine weitläufige Anlage — a sprawling complex) and (2) distantly related (weitläufig verwandt sein — to be distantly related). As an adverb it also describes loose, broad connections or explanations that range widely.

Examples

"Wir sind weitläufig miteinander verwandt."

Natural Translation

We are distantly related to each other.

Literal Translation

We are distantly with each other related.

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