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dreieckig

triangular, three-cornered

adjective DRAI-ek-ikh Rare
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Usage Note

dreieckig describes a shape with three corners and three sides. Used in everyday descriptions of objects, signs, and architectural forms. The German word for triangle is Dreieck, making this a transparent formation familiar from early school mathematics.

Examples

"Das dreieckige Verkehrsschild war deutlich sichtbar."

Natural Translation

The triangular traffic sign was clearly visible.

Literal Translation

The triangular traffic-sign was clearly visible.

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