kalkhaltig
calcareous, chalky, containing lime
English translations
- 01
calcareous
- 02
chalky
- 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.
Related words
- Braunkalk
Brown limestone soil
- Tropfstein
Dripstone
- Auftropfstein
Dripstone
- Foraminifere
Foraminifera
- calciumhaltig
Calcium-containing
- kalkig
Calcareous
- Koralle
Coral
Example sentences with “kalkhaltig”
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.