länglich

Länglich is a German adjective that translates to "oblong," "elongated," or "lengthwise" in English. It is used to describe the shape of an object or a space that is longer than it is wide. The term can be applied to a variety of things, from geographical features to physical objects and even abstract concepts.

For instance, a field might be described as "länglich" if it has a distinctly rectangular shape with one dimension significantly greater than the other. Similarly, a piece of furniture, such as a table or a bench, could be "länglich" if it is long and narrow. In botany, a leaf might be described as "länglich" if its shape is elongated rather than round or ovate. The term can also refer to a direction or orientation, indicating something is positioned along its longer axis.

While "oblong" is a common English equivalent, "länglich" can sometimes imply a more pronounced elongation. The specific nuance can depend on the context in which it is used. It is a descriptive term that emphasizes the ratio of length to width, highlighting a shape that extends more in one dimension than the other.