Meaning of the German Word "Bildlich"

bildlich

figuratively

In a metaphorical, not literal, sense.

Example Sentence

Ich könnte bildlich gesprochen ein Pferd essen.

Other Meanings of This Word

Using words in a way that is different from their basic meaning to create a strong image.

B2Adjective

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Definition: In a metaphorical, not literal, sense.

Word Information

What is the CEFR level of the word "bildlich"?

C2

What grammatical category does "bildlich" have?

Adverb

Which vocabulary topic does "bildlich" belong to?

Communication