östlich

Definition: “Östlich” is an adjective in the German language that means “eastern” in English. It refers to the direction, location, or origin towards the east. The word is derived from the noun “Osten” which means “east.”

Opposite: The opposite of “östlich” is “westlich”, which means “western.” It represents the opposite direction, location, or origin towards the west.

Synonyms: Some synonyms for “östlich” include:

• nach Osten (towards the east)
• in östlicher Richtung (in an eastern direction)
• aus dem Osten kommend (coming from the east)

Examples:

1. “Berlin liegt östlich von Köln.” (Berlin is located east of Cologne.)
2. “Wir fahren morgen in östlicher Richtung.” (We are driving in an eastern direction tomorrow.)
3. “Der Wind kommt aus dem Osten.” (The wind is coming from the east.)

Note: The word “östlich” can also be used metaphorically to refer to something that is associated with or reminiscent of the east. For example, “östliche Philosophie” (Eastern philosophy) or “östliche Kulturen” (Eastern cultures).\ Visit YouGlish.com