German Conversation · Level 81
58 words
German word
lyrisch
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈlyːʁɪʃ/
Meaning
- adjectivepoetic
Example
Sein Text ist sehr lyrisch.
His text is very poetic.
More examples
Die Melodie wirkte lyrisch und zart.
The melody seemed poetic and delicate.
Core concept
Words or sounds turn inward feeling into a poetic atmosphere.
Common phrases
lyrisch sein
be poetic
lyrisch klingen
sound poetic
Similar words
poetisch: Suggesting poetry through imaginative language or striking beauty.
emotional: Clearly and intensely expressing emotion.
gefühlsbetont: Placing strong emotion at the center of expression.
berührend: Having a moving effect that stirs the emotions.
Definition in German
Sprache oder Musik, die persönliche Gefühle stark ausdrückt und an poetische Formen erinnert.
Word origin
German lyrisch is a learned form based on Latin lyricus and Greek lyrikos, a word associated with the lyre, and it now characterizes poetic or emotionally expressive language and music.
Usage tips
- German lyrisch can describe prose or instrumental music as well as songs, so it is not limited to texts containing song lyrics.