tonig

clayey; argillaceous.

English translations

  1. 01

    clayey

Word details

German meaning
Die Beschaffenheit oder den Charakter von Ton aufweisend, lehmartig.
English meaning
Clayey; having the characteristics or nature of clay, loamy.
Synonym
lehmig, tonhaltig
German example
Der Boden war tonig und schwer zu bearbeiten.
English example
The soil was clayey and difficult to cultivate.
Comparative
tonigerSuperlative: am tonigsten

Example sentences with “tonig”

  1. Der Boden ist tonig. (The soil is clayey.)

Frequently asked questions

Is this a geological term?

Yes, it describes soil or rock with a high clay content.