konkav

concave, curving inward

adjective kon-KAF Rare

Origin: from Latin concavus

Usage Note

Konkav describes a surface that curves inward like the inside of a bowl or spoon — the opposite of konvex. It is used in optics (concave lens), architecture (concave facade), and everyday descriptions of curved forms. A high-utility descriptive term at B2 level.

Examples

"Die konkave Linse zerstreut das Licht und macht Dinge kleiner."

Natural Translation

The concave lens scatters light and makes things appear smaller.

Literal Translation

The concave lens scatters the light and makes things smaller.

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