aufschlussreich
informative
The quality of something that provides new insights, information, or a better understanding.
EXAMPLE
Das Gespräch mit der Expertin war sehr aufschlussreich.
The conversation with the expert was very informative.
aufschlussreich
informative
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Meanings
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Word structure
The word consists of 'Aufschluss' (information or insight) and the ending '-reich' (rich in / full of). 'Aufschluss' means information or insight, from 'aufschließen' (to unlock, like a door), and '-reich' means 'full of'. So something is 'aufschlussreich' (informative) when it is full of insights.
EXAMPLE
Die Analyse der Daten lieferte einen wichtigen Aufschluss über das Kundenverhalten.
The analysis of the data provided an important insight into customer behavior.
Typical collocations
This adjective often describes things that convey knowledge or information. Typical nouns are 'Gespräch' (conversation), 'Erfahrung' (experience), 'Studie' (study), 'Ergebnis' (result), or 'Dokument' (document).
EXAMPLE
Die Studie lieferte aufschlussreiche Ergebnisse zur Luftqualität.
The study provided informative results on air quality.
Register and style
'Aufschlussreich' (informative) belongs to a somewhat elevated or formal style of language. It is often used in written texts, reports, or educated conversations.
EXAMPLE
Ihre Präsentation war äußerst aufschlussreich und gut strukturiert.
Her presentation was extremely informative and well structured.
Compare with
aufschlussreich vs interessant
interesting
A report can be interesting and informative when it captures your attention. “Interessant” initially only says that the content makes you curious, while “aufschlussreich” emphasizes that it explains something or provides a better understanding. Use “aufschlussreich” when the report actually offers new insights.
aufschlussreich
Der Bericht ist aufschlussreich, weil er die wichtigsten Gründe für die Verspätungen erklärt.
The report is informative because it explains the main reasons for the delays.
interessant
Der Bericht ist interessant, weil er verschiedene Erfahrungen von Pendlern beschreibt.
The report is interesting because it describes commuters’ various experiences.
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