sage

• Bezeichnet eine Person, besonders eine ältere, als weise und mit tiefer Lebenserfahrung, tiefem Wissen und klugem Urteilsvermögen ausgestattet.

Describes a person, especially an older one, as wise and possessing deep knowledge and good judgment.

1. Wise and experiencedB2formal

   Having or showing profound wisdom, often gained through age and experience.

   weise und erfahren

   • The old man gave sage advice to the young couple.
   • Her sage counsel helped the company avoid a crisis.
   • He is known for his sage observations on life.

   Synonymeastuteintelligentjudiciousknowledgeablelearnedphilosophicprudentsagaciousshrewdwise

   Antonymefoolishignorantinexperiencednaiveunwise

2. Grey-green colorB1formal

   Of a muted, greyish-green color, resembling the leaves of the sage plant.

   Salbeigrün

   • She wore a beautiful sage dress to the party.
   • The walls were painted a calming sage green.
   • The sage color of the leaves blended perfectly with the garden.

   Synonymegrayish-greengreyish-greensage green

• Substantiv, das eine Person von tiefer Weisheit bezeichnet, besonders einen Mentor in geistigen oder philosophischen Fragen; bezeichnet außerdem ein aromatisches Kraut (Salbei), das als Gewürz verwendet wird.

A noun referring to a person of profound wisdom, especially one who serves as a mentor in spiritual or philosophical matters; also refers to an aromatic herb (Salvia) used as a seasoning.

1. Wise personB2formal

   A person, often a mentor, known for their deep wisdom and sound judgment, especially in spiritual or philosophical matters.

   Weiser

   • The village elders sought the advice of the sage.
   • He was regarded as a sage in matters of philosophy.
   • The sage's teachings have been passed down for generations.

   Synonymeguruintellectmentornestororaclephilosopherpunditsavantsolomon

   Antonymefoolignoramussimpleton

2. Culinary herbB1formal

   The aromatic, grey-green leaves of the Salvia plant, used fresh or dried to flavor meats, poultry, and other dishes.

   Salbei

   • She added fresh sage to the stuffing for the turkey.
   • The recipe calls for a teaspoon of dried sage.
   • Sage pairs well with pork and game meats.

3. Herb plantB1formal

   Any of various plants belonging to the genus Salvia, often grown for their aromatic leaves or ornamental flowers.

   Salbei

   • The garden is filled with purple-flowered sage.
   • Sage is a hardy perennial herb that thrives in sunny spots.
   • Different species of sage are found across the Mediterranean.

   Synonymesalvia