charisma
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charisma
A special personal aura or magnetism that enables a person to fascinate, influence, and lead other people.
Der Politiker überzeugte die Wähler vor allem durch sein großes Charisma.
The politician won over the voters above all through his great charisma.
'Charisma' (charisma) is something a person 'hat' (has) or 'ausstrahlt' (radiates). It is often described with adjectives such as 'groß' (great), 'enorm' (enormous), 'natürlich' (natural), or 'persönlich' (personal).
Sie hat ein natürliches Charisma, das die Menschen sofort begeistert.
She has a natural charisma that immediately excites people.
Very often, the word is used in the construction 'eine Person mit (viel/großem) Charisma' (a person with a lot of/great charisma) to describe someone.
Er ist ein Redner mit außergewöhnlichem Charisma.
He is a speaker with extraordinary charisma.
The word is usually used to describe public figures who have a strong effect on others, such as politicians, artists, actors, or executives.
Dem Rockstar wird ein unglaubliches Charisma auf der Bühne nachgesagt.
The rock star is said to have incredible charisma on stage.
presence
Präsenz and Charisma both describe the effect a person has on others. Präsenz focuses more on how someone comes across in a particular situation, whereas Charisma refers to a special, usually lasting power of attraction. Use Präsenz for someone's presence in a room and Charisma for a personality that remains fascinating over time.
Sein Charisma faszinierte die Menschen auch Jahre nach seinem ersten Auftritt.
His charisma fascinated people even years after his first appearance.
Durch ihre ruhige Präsenz leitete sie die schwierige Sitzung sicher.
Her calm presence enabled her to lead the difficult meeting confidently.
