German word

herrlich

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈhɛʁlɪç/

Meaning

  • adjectivewonderful

Example

Das ist ein herrlicher Tag.

That is a wonderful day.

Illustration for herrlich (wonderful)

More examples

Wir hatten einen herrlichen Abend.

We had a wonderful evening.

Core concept

Something that creates a strong sense of magnificence or delight, from a grand view to an especially enjoyable day.

Common phrases

  • herrliches Wetter

    wonderful weather

  • ein herrlicher Abend

    a wonderful evening

Similar words

wunderschön: Strongly praises the beauty of a view, scene, or appearance.
wundervoll: Describes something that brings a deep sense of warmth and delight.
toll: Casually praises something as excellent.
prima: Gives friendly, everyday approval in a relaxed way.

Definition in German

prächtig oder sehr schön; oft gebraucht, um etwas Eindrucksvolles oder Angenehmes zu beschreiben

Word origin

The adjective is formed from Herr and -lich; its older sense was 'lordly', which developed into the modern meanings 'magnificent', 'lovely', and 'wonderful'.

Usage tips

  • Herrlich is more expressive than the neutral English 'nice' and commonly praises an entire situation, as in 'ein herrlicher Tag', not only a physical object.

Other meanings

  • magnificentadjective
  • lovelyadjective

Opposites

  • schlechtbadadjective
  • grauenhaftterribleadjective

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