adjective

heilend

healing · heal

So, dass es hilft, eine Wunde, Krankheit oder Schmerzen besser zu machen.

The German word "heilend" is an adjective formed from the verb "heilen", which means "to heal". The suffix "-end" indicates the present participle, so "heilend" means "healing" or "curative"—something that promotes healing or recovery.

Similar words:

  • "gesundend" (recovering)
  • "therapeutisch" (therapeutic)
  • "lindernd" (alleviating)

Differences:

  • "heilend" emphasizes active healing or restoration.
  • "gesundend" often refers to the process of becoming healthy again, focusing on recovery.
  • "therapeutisch" refers more broadly to treatment methods, not necessarily implying direct healing.
  • "lindernd" highlights easing of symptoms rather than curing.

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Examples

Die heilende Kraft der Natur ist bekannt.adjective

The healing power of nature is well known.

Die Frau fand den Besuch beim Therapeuten sehr heilend.adjective

The woman found the visit to the therapist very healing.

Suchen Sie nach einer heilenden Wirkung?adjective

Are you looking for a healing effect?

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