atemberaubend
breathtaking
Etwas, das so schön, beeindruckend oder stark ist, dass man kurz das Gefühl hat, den Atem anhalten zu müssen.
The German word "atemberaubend" is an adjective meaning "breathtaking".
- It consists of two parts:
- Atem: breath
- Raubend: robbing or taking away (from "rauben" = to rob)
Literally, it means "breath-taking" — something so impressive or stunning that it feels like it takes your breath away.
Similar words:
- umwerfend (stunning)
- beeindruckend (impressive)
- wunderbar (wonderful)
Difference:
While "atemberaubend" emphasizes an overwhelming, almost physical reaction (breath being taken away), words like "beeindruckend" describe being impressed intellectually or emotionally without the physical metaphor. "Umwerfend" is similar in intensity but slightly more colloquial.
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Examples
Der Ausblick von der Spitze ist atemberaubend.adjective
The view from the peak is breathtaking.
Die Landschaft ist atemberaubend.adjective
The landscape is breathtaking.
Dieser Ort wirkt atemberaubend schön.adverb
This place looks breathtakingly beautiful.
Vom Balkon hatten wir einen atemberaubenden Meerblick.adjective
From the balcony, we had a breathtaking view of the sea.
Die Tänzerin zeigte einen atemberaubenden Sprung.adjective
The dancer performed a breathtaking leap.
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