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homely in German

homely in German is heimatlich, heimelig — homely means simple, cosy, and comfortable, in the way of a family home.

homely in German

heimatlich
adj
Characteristic of, belonging to, or befitting a home; domestic, cosy. [from early 14th c.]
heimelig
adj
Characteristic of, belonging to, or befitting a home; domestic, cosy. [from early 14th c.]
heimelig
adj

What does "homely" mean?

  1. adj Simple, cosy, and comfortable, in the way of a family home.
    "The inn had a homely feel, with a fire crackling in the corner."
  2. adj (chiefly US) Plain-looking; not physically attractive.
    "He described himself modestly as a homely fellow with an honest face."

homely in a sentence

  • The inn had a homely feel, with a fire crackling in the corner.
  • He described himself modestly as a homely fellow with an honest face.

Similar words in German

Common German translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "homely" in German?

"homely" in German is heimatlich, heimelig. homely means: Simple, cosy, and comfortable, in the way of a family home.

How do you use "homely" in a sentence?

Example: "The inn had a homely feel, with a fire crackling in the corner." In German, "homely" is heimatlich, heimelig.

Are there other ways to say "homely" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "homely": heimatlich, heimelig.

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