adjectiveadverb

günstig

affordable · cheap · inexpensive

Etwas, das wenig kostet oder vorteilhaft ist.

Definition & meaning

The word günstig can be translated in several ways depending on the context:

Inexpensive/Affordable: Referring to something that is low in price or represents a good value for money.
Favorable/Advantageous: Referring to conditions, circumstances, or timing that are helpful, opportune, or likely to lead to a positive outcome.

Grammar & Word origin

günstig is an adjective that can be used attributively (e.g., ein günstiger Preis) or predicatively (e.g., Das Angebot ist günstig). It is derived from the noun Gunst , which means "favor" or "goodwill." The suffix -ig is used to turn the noun into an adjective, essentially meaning "full of favor" or "showing favor."

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

billig (often implies cheap in terms of quality, whereas günstig implies good value)
preiswert (specifically meaning good value)
vorteilhaft (advantageous/beneficial)
passend (fitting or suitable)
erfreulich (pleasant/gratifying)