adjectiveadverb
lebhaft
lively
Diese Eigenschaft beschreibt Menschen oder Orte, die viel Energie haben, sich viel bewegen oder sehr aktiv und fröhlich sind.
The German word lebhaft is an adjective meaning lively, vivacious, or vibrant.
- It comes from the words:
- leb (root of leben = "to live")
- haft (a suffix meaning "-like" or "-full of")
Similar words:
- lebendig (alive, lively)
- lebenskräftig (vigorous, full of life)
- munter (cheerful, lively)
Differences:
- lebhaft often emphasizes energetic or spirited behavior or expressions.
- lebendig typically describes something that is alive or vivid.
- munter tends to focus on cheerfulness or wakefulness rather than sheer energy.
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Examples
Die lebhafte Musik brachte alle zum Tanzen.adjective
The lively music made everyone dance.
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