German Conversation · Level 161
30 words
German word
gesellig
Pronunciation
IPA/gəˈzɛlɪç/
Meaning
- adjectivesociable
Example
Er ist ein sehr geselliger Mensch.
He is a very sociable person.
More examples
Auf der Party herrschte eine gesellige Atmosphäre, sodass alle ins Gespräch kamen.
At the party, there was a convivial atmosphere, so everyone started talking.
Core concept
A relaxed circle of people enjoying one another's company through easy conversation.
Common phrases
eine gesellige Atmosphäre
a convivial atmosphere
eine gesellige Unterhaltung
a friendly conversation
für gesellige Aktivitäten
for social activities
Similar words
kontaktfreudig: At ease approaching people and starting conversations, even with strangers.
aufgeschlossen: Open to new people, ideas, and experiences without resistance.
kommunikativ: Willing and able to share thoughts and information through conversation.
gesprächig: Enjoying conversation and often keeping it going by talking at length.
Definition in German
gesellig beschreibt eine Person oder Stimmung, die gern in Gruppen ist und freundlichen Umgang pflegt.
Word origin
Gesellig developed from Geselle, which denoted a companion or fellow, and came to describe people or settings oriented toward companionship.
Usage tips
- Gesellig can describe an event itself, as in 'ein geselliger Abend', not only the people attending it.
Other meanings
- friendlyadjective
Opposites
- zurückgezogenwithdrawnadjective
- kontaktarmhaving little social contactadjective
Related words
- Geselligkeitsociabilitynoun