künstlicher

Künstlicher is a German adjective meaning artificial or synthetic. It is used to describe anything that is not natural, but rather created or manufactured by humans. This can include a wide range of objects and concepts.

In the context of materials, künstlicher refers to substances that are man-made, such as künstlicher rubber (synthetic rubber) or künstlicher seide (artificial silk). These materials are often developed to replicate or improve upon the properties of natural materials. In technology, the term is frequently encountered in phrases like künstlicher Intelligenz (artificial intelligence), which denotes intelligent behavior exhibited by machines.

The adjective can also be applied to abstract concepts. For example, künstlicher Geschmack (artificial flavor) refers to flavorings added to food that are not derived from natural sources. Similarly, künstlicher Geruch (artificial scent) would describe a manufactured fragrance. The usage of künstlicher emphasizes a departure from the original, naturally occurring state, highlighting human intervention in its creation or modification. It is a common and versatile term in the German language, appearing across various fields of science, industry, and everyday life.