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Describes something that has a strong and usually positive effect on someone because it is large, beautiful, powerful, or especially good. It leaves a lasting impression.
Die Aussicht vom Berggipfel war einfach eindrucksvoll.
The view from the mountain peak was simply impressive.
The word is made up of 'Eindruck' (impression) and the suffix '-voll' (-ful). So it literally means 'full of impression' and describes something that leaves a strong effect.
Die Lichtshow am Brandenburger Tor war wirklich eindrucksvoll.
The light show at the Brandenburg Gate was really impressive.
'Eindrucksvoll' can describe not only a noun, but can also be used as an adverb to modify a verb. It then means 'in an impressive way'.
Die Pianistin spielte das schwierige Stück eindrucksvoll.
The pianist played the difficult piece impressively.
'Eindrucksvoll' often describes things that you see or experience. Typical combinations are: 'eine eindrucksvolle Leistung' (an impressive achievement/performance), 'ein eindrucksvolles Gebäude' (an impressive building), 'eine eindrucksvolle Kulisse' (an impressive backdrop), or 'eindrucksvolle Zahlen' (impressive figures).
Der Redner untermauerte seine Thesen mit eindrucksvollen Zahlen.
The speaker supported his arguments with impressive figures.
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Beeindruckend and eindrucksvoll both describe a strong positive effect. Beeindruckend focuses more on the admiration it immediately inspires, while eindrucksvoll focuses more on a particularly vivid or lasting impression. Beeindruckend suits a remarkable achievement; eindrucksvoll suits a presentation that stays in people's memories for a long time.
Die Rede der Schülerin schilderte ihre Erlebnisse so eindrucksvoll, dass alle noch lange daran dachten.
The student's speech described her experiences so vividly that everyone kept thinking about them for a long time.
Die klare und sichere Rede der Schülerin war beeindruckend.
The student's clear and confident speech was impressive.
