vollwertig
nutritious · wholesome
The German word "vollwertig" is an adjective that means "wholesome," "nutritious," or "complete." It is composed of "voll," meaning "full" or "complete," and "wertig," which relates to "value" or "worth."
The term is often used in reference to food or nutrition—suggesting that something provides a full array of essential nutrients and is beneficial for health. Similar words in German include "ausgewogen" (balanced), "nahrhaft" (nutritious), and "wertvoll" (valuable).
The difference lies in nuance: while "nahrhaft" specifically emphasizes nutritional value, "vollwertig" conveys a sense of completeness in value, often in a broader context, including quality, wholesomeness, or even lifestyle.
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Examples
Das Restaurant bietet vollwertige Mahlzeiten an.adjective
The restaurant offers nutritious meals.
Eine vollwertige Mahlzeit ist wichtig für die Gesundheit.adjective
A wholesome meal is important for health.
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