adjectiveadverb
mächtig
hatalmas
sehr groß, stark oder wichtig; jemand oder etwas mit viel Einfluss
The German word "mächtig" is an adjective meaning "powerful," "mighty," or "potent."
- Root word: "Macht" means "power" or "force."
- The suffix "-ig" forms adjectives indicating having the quality (here, possessing power).
Similar words:
- kräftig – strong, vigorous
- stark – strong
- einflussreich – influential
- potent – potent
Differences:
- "mächtig" emphasizes power or authority (political, physical, or metaphorical).
- "kräftig" and "stark" focus more on physical strength or robustness.
- "einflussreich" highlights influence rather than raw power.
- "potent" is more formal/scientific, often implying capability or effectiveness.
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Examples
Der König ist mächtig.adjective
A király hatalmas.
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