German word

angenehm

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈangəˌneːm/

Meaning

  • adjectivepleasant

Example

Der Film war angenehmer als erwartet.

The film was more pleasant than expected.

Illustration for angenehm (pleasant)

More examples

Bei angenehmem Wetter gehe ich gern spazieren.

In pleasant weather, I like going for walks.

Core concept

A situation that causes no strain and leaves a mild feeling of comfort and well-being.

Common phrases

  • angenehmes Wetter

    pleasant weather

  • angenehme Temperatur

    comfortable temperature

Similar words

nett: Likable, approachable, and easy to get along with.
sympathisch: Likable in a way that makes others enjoy being around someone.
bequem: Easy and comfortable, with little physical or mental effort required.
freundlich: Polite, kind, and considerate toward others.

Definition in German

angenehm bezeichnet Personen, Orte oder Dinge, die ohne Anspannung ein positives Wohlgefühl auslösen.

Word origin

The modern form angenehm developed from Middle High German forms related to anegenēme and genēme, meaning acceptable or pleasing.

Usage tips

  • Angenehm is broader than bequem: it can describe people, sounds, temperatures, smells, and experiences, while bequem often focuses on physical comfort or convenience.

Other meanings

  • comfortableadjective

Opposites

Related words

  • das Angenehmethe pleasant thingnoun

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