German word

hochwertig

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈhoːxˌveːɐ̯tɪç/

Meaning

  • adjectivehigh-quality

Example

Das ist ein hochwertiges Produkt.

This is a high-quality product.

Illustration for hochwertig (high-quality)

More examples

Der Händler verkauft hochwertige Markenware.

The dealer sells high-quality branded goods.

Core concept

A product or service that shows careful work at every visible and functional detail.

Common phrases

  • hochwertige Verarbeitung

    high-quality finish

  • hochwertige Optik

    high-quality appearance

  • hochwertige Markenware

    high-quality branded goods

Similar words

wertig: Conveying quality through a solid appearance and pleasant feel.
gut verarbeitet: Joined and finished with care to reduce the risk of breakage.
ausgezeichnet: Outstanding in quality and receiving very high praise.
erstklassig: Regarded as top-tier in quality or performance.

Definition in German

Eigenschaft von Waren oder Leistungen, die durch gute Materialwahl und Verarbeitung hohe Qualität zeigen.

Word origin

German forms hochwertig from hoch ('high'), Wert ('value'), and the adjective-forming suffix -ig, giving the sense of having high value or quality.

Usage tips

  • Hochwertig is common in advertising and reviews, while von hoher Qualität is a more explicit alternative in neutral prose.

Other meanings

  • upscaleadjective

Opposites

  • minderwertiglow-qualityadjective

Related words

  • Hochwertigkeithigh qualitynoun

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