voll
full
Etwas ist komplett gefüllt oder nicht leer.
The German word "voll" is an adjective meaning "full" or "filled". It describes something that is completely occupied, contains as much as possible, or is at maximum capacity.
Similar words include:
- "gefüllt" (filled)
- "ganz" (whole, entire)
- "prall" (stuffed, bursting)
Differences:
- "voll" emphasizes that no more can be added (e.g., a full glass).
- "gefüllt" focuses on the act or state of being filled, often implying content.
- "ganz" refers more to completeness or entirety rather than capacity.
- "prall" suggests being so full that the container bulges or is slightly overflowing.
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Examples
Der Korb ist voll mit Früchten.adjective
The basket is full of fruits.
Das Glas ist voll.adjective
The glass is full.
Mein Becher ist voll.adjective
My cup is full.
Sein Glas ist voll Wasser.adjective
His glass is full of water.
Die Flasche ist voll mit Saft.adjective
The bottle is full of juice.
Der Bus war schon voll, als ich ankam.adjective
The bus was already full when I arrived.
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