German word

reichhaltig

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʁaɪ̯çˌhaltɪç/

Meaning

  • adjectivesubstantial

Example

Das Frühstück ist reichhaltig.

Breakfast is substantial.

Illustration for reichhaltig (substantial)

More examples

Das Müsli ist reichhaltig an Ballaststoffen.

The muesli is rich in fiber.

Core concept

A table or text filled with different ingredients, facts, or features.

Common phrases

  • reichhaltiges Frühstück

    rich breakfast

  • reichhaltig an Vitaminen

    rich in vitamins

  • reichhaltiges Angebot

    rich selection

Similar words

reichlich: Present in ample amounts to meet needs comfortably.
vielfältig: Made up of many different kinds, aspects, or elements.
umfangreich: Large in scope and content, with numerous items or details.

Definition in German

reichhaltig beschreibt etwas, das inhaltlich vielfältig und in der Zusammensetzung reich ist

Word origin

The adjective reichhaltig is formed from reich and -haltig, a suffix that marks something as containing or characterized by what the base expresses.

Usage tips

  • English substantial often stresses size or importance, while reichhaltig also highlights variety and a rich composition.

Other meanings

  • richadjective
  • nutritiousadjective

Opposites

  • armpooradjective

Related words

  • Reichhaltigkeitrichnessnoun

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