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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' are very similar and can often be used in the same way. Both describe something that has a strong, usually positive effect and stays in your memory. That is why learners can easily confuse them, and most of the time this is not a big problem. 'beeindruckend' sounds very natural in everyday language. 'eindrucksvoll' sometimes feels a bit more elevated or fits well with speeches, images, buildings, and performances. The difference is small: both words say that something makes a strong impression.
Erik zeigt den Gästen ein eindrucksvolles Foto vom Gewitter im Sommer.
Erik shows the guests an impressive photo of the summer thunderstorm.
Ich fand es beeindruckend, wie ruhig die Ärztin in der schwierigen Situation blieb.
I found it impressive how calm the doctor stayed in the difficult situation.