German · Adjectives
Frisch
Fresh
Beginneradjective
Definition
Newly made; not stale or old.
Example
Ich kaufe täglich frisches Brot.
I buy fresh bread every day.
Etymology
'Frisch' originates from Middle High German 'vrisc', which is related to the Old High German 'frisc' and stems from the Proto-Germanic *friskaz, meaning 'fresh' or 'lively'. Over time, it has maintained a consistent meaning related to freshness.
How & Where It’s Used
'Frisch' is used in various contexts, including culinary, environmental, and emotional, often in both spoken and written forms. It can be both formal and informal but is more commonly used in everyday conversation.