German Conversation · Level 55
73 words
German word
energisch
Pronunciation
IPA/eˈnɛʁgɪʃ/
Meaning
- adjectiveenergetic
Example
Sie arbeitet energisch.
She works energetically.
More examples
In der Diskussion argumentierte er energisch.
In the discussion, he argued energetically.
Core concept
A person drives an action forward with visible energy, firm purpose, and little hesitation.
Common phrases
energisch argumentieren
argue energetically
energisch reagieren
react energetically
energisch auftreten
behave energetically
Similar words
tatkräftig: Ready to take the initiative and work hard to advance matters.
dynamisch: Marked by lively activity, quick movement, and constant change.
entschlossen: Ready to decide and act firmly without delay or doubt.
aktiv: Willing to participate and actively contribute to an activity.
Definition in German
Energisch beschreibt ein Auftreten oder Handeln, das kraftvoll, zielgerichtet und entschlossen wirkt.
Word origin
German energisch entered through French énergique and ultimately comes from Greek energētikos, related to energeia, meaning activity or operation.
Usage tips
- With people, energisch often suggests assertive or forceful conduct, while high physical energy alone is more often expressed by energiegeladen.
Other meanings
- resoluteadjective
- forcefuladjective
Opposites
- trägesluggishadjective
- schlafflistlessadjective
Related words
- energetischenergeticadjective
- energiegeladenfull of energyadjective