angenehm
pleasant
Etwas fühlt sich gut an und macht Freude oder ist bequem.
The German word "angenehm" is an adjective meaning "pleasant," "agreeable," or "comfortable."
- It is derived from the root "nehmen" meaning "to take," with the prefix "an-" (here functioning with no concrete meaning by itself, but helping form the adjective).
Similar words:
- "freundlich" (friendly)
- "nett" (nice)
- "gemütlich" (cozy, comfortable)
- "sympathisch" (likable)
Difference:
- "Angenehm" specifically describes something that gives a pleasant feeling or experience.
- "Freundlich" / "nett" describe a person's behavior towards others.
- "Gemütlich" focuses on coziness or comfort.
- "Sympathisch" refers to a likable personality or impression.
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Examples
Das Wetter ist heute sehr angenehm.adjective
The weather is very pleasant today.
Eine angenehme Brise weht durch den Raum.adjective
A pleasant breeze is blowing through the room.
Ein angenehmer Duft erfüllt den Raum.adjective
A pleasant fragrance fills the room.
Das Wetter heute ist angenehm warm.adverb
Today's weather is pleasantly warm.
Das Gespräch zwischen ihnen war sehr angenehm.adjective
The conversation between them was very pleasant.
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