weltfremd
unworldly; impractical; idealistic
English translations
- 01
worldly
- 02
impractical
- 03
out of touch
- 04
naive
Word details
- German meaning
- Nicht mit den praktischen Aspekten des Lebens vertraut oder nicht in der Lage, sich an die Realität anzupassen.
- English meaning
- Out of touch
- Synonym
- naiv, realitätsfern
- German example
- Seine Ideen waren zwar interessant, aber leider völlig weltfremd.
- English example
- His ideas were interesting, but unfortunately completely out of touch.
- Comparative
- weltfremderSuperlative: am weltfremdesten
Related words
- Idealismus
Idealism
- Elfenbeinturm
Ivory tower
- Donquichotterie
Quixotism
- Buchhalternase
Four-eyes (derogatory term for someone who wears glasses)
- Himmelstänzer
Sky dancer is a colloquial term for a person who is dreamy and out of touch with reality or who pursues unrealistic goals.
Example sentences with “weltfremd”
Seine Pläne sind völlig weltfremd. (His plans are completely unworldly/impractical.)
Frequently asked questions
What does 'weltfremd' imply?
It implies a lack of connection with reality or practical life.