kalkhaltig

calcareous, chalky, containing lime

English translations

  1. 01

    calcareous

  2. 02

    chalky

  3. 03

    lime-rich

Word details

German meaning
Ein Stoff, der Kalk enthält oder aus Kalk besteht.
English meaning
Calcareous
Synonym
kalkig
German example
Dieses Wasser ist sehr kalkhaltig.
English example
This water is very calcareous.

Example sentences with “kalkhaltig”

  1. Das Wasser ist sehr kalkhaltig. (The water contains a lot of lime/is hard.)

Frequently asked questions

Why is 'kalkhaltig' important for water?

It tells you the water is 'hard' (contains minerals), which is relevant for cleaning and appliances.