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bezaubernd
enchanting
Extremely appealing, charming, and delightful; having a fascinating and very pleasant effect on someone.
example
Die Hauptdarstellerin hatte ein bezauberndes Lächeln.
The lead actress had an enchanting smile.
bezaubernd
enchanting
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Meanings
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Word structure
The word is the present participle of the verb 'bezaubern' (to enchant), which contains 'Zauber' (magic). Something that is 'bezaubernd' (enchanting) therefore has such a strong and positive effect that it is as if it were casting a spell on you.
EXAMPLE
Sie hat eine bezaubernde Art, Geschichten zu erzählen.
She has an enchanting way of telling stories.
Register and style
'Bezaubernd' (enchanting) is a strong and often emotional compliment. It is generally used to express sincere admiration and often sounds somewhat more poetic than everyday adjectives.
EXAMPLE
Wir hatten einen wirklich bezaubernden Abend am See.
We had a truly enchanting evening by the lake.
Typical collocations
The adjective often describes people, their qualities, or things that have a positive aura. Typical combinations are 'eine bezaubernde Person' (an enchanting person), 'eine bezaubernde Stimme' (an enchanting voice), or 'eine bezaubernde Landschaft' (an enchanting landscape).
EXAMPLE
Die kleine Stadt in den Bergen war einfach bezaubernd.
The little town in the mountains was simply enchanting.
Adverbial use
You can also use 'bezaubernd' (enchanting/enchantingly) as an adverb to describe an action. It then usually stands directly next to the verb.
EXAMPLE
Das Kind sah seine Mutter bezaubernd an.
The child looked at his mother enchantingly.
Compare with
bezaubernd vs wunderschön
beautiful
'wunderschön' and 'bezaubernd' both describe something very positive and beautiful. 'wunderschön' mainly means great beauty, often in appearance. 'bezaubernd' additionally emphasizes a charming, friendly, or very pleasant effect. It fits well with people, a smile, a voice, a small town, or a special atmosphere. 'wunderschön' is more direct and more general. 'bezaubernd' sounds a little more personal and says: something seems so beautiful that it almost enchants you.
bezaubernd
Maria hat ein bezauberndes Lächeln.
Maria has an enchanting smile.
wunderschön
Das alte Foto von ihrer Großmutter ist wunderschön.
The old photo of her grandmother is beautiful.
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