German word

attraktiv

Pronunciation

IPA/atʁakˈtiːf/

Meaning

  • adjectiveattractive

Example

Dieses Hotel ist attraktiver als das andere.

This hotel is more attractive than the other one.

Illustration for attraktiv (attractive)

More examples

Ich finde das neue Logo sehr attraktiv.

I find the new logo very attractive.

Core concept

A person, object, or option has a pull that attracts attention through its looks, qualities, or conditions.

Common phrases

  • attraktiv finden

    find ___ attractive

  • attraktive Lage

    attractive location

  • attraktive Atmosphäre

    attractive atmosphere

Similar words

interessant: Engaging enough to catch attention and spark interest.
reizvoll: Charming and enticing, with an appeal that invites trying.
hübsch: Good-looking in a sweet or pleasing way.

Definition in German

anziehend oder ansprechend in Aussehen, Eigenschaft oder Bedingungen wirkend.

Word origin

German attraktiv comes through French attractif from Latin attrahere, meaning 'to draw toward', which underlies its sense of appeal.

Usage tips

  • German attraktiv commonly describes jobs, prices, offers, and locations, where English often uses appealing, advantageous, or promising.

Other meanings

  • alluringadjective
  • favorableadjective

Opposites

  • unattraktivunattractiveadjective

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