multifaceted
facettenreich – facettenreicher – am facettenreichsten
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multifaceted
Showing many different sides, aspects, or ways of expressing something; versatile.
Der Roman zeichnet ein facettenreiches Bild des Lebens in der Großstadt.
The novel paints a multifaceted picture of life in the big city.
faceted
Having many small, flat surfaces, especially in a cut gemstone.
Der facettenreiche Schliff lässt den Diamanten im Licht funkeln.
The multifaceted cut makes the diamond sparkle in the light.
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'Facettenreich' is made up of 'Facette' (facet) and 'reich' (rich). Literally, it means having many facets, that is, many different sides or surfaces.
Die facettenreiche Ausstellung zeigt Gemälde, Fotografien und Skulpturen.
The multifaceted exhibition features paintings, photographs, and sculptures.
When used with people, topics, works, or experiences, 'facettenreich' usually has a figurative meaning and refers to many different sides. When the word is used with a gemstone or a cut, it refers to actual flat surfaces.
Die facettenreiche Biografie der Schauspielerin wurde verfilmt.
The actress's multifaceted biography was made into a film.
Der facettenreiche Edelstein glitzert in der Sonne.
The multifaceted gemstone sparkles in the sun.
In its figurative meaning, 'facettenreich' frequently occurs with 'Persönlichkeit' (personality), 'Geschichte' (history/story), 'Werk' (work), 'Diskussion' (discussion), or 'Bild' (picture). It usually describes a nuanced and versatile portrayal.
Der Vortrag beleuchtete die facettenreiche Geschichte der Stadt.
The lecture explored the multifaceted history of the city.
In the context of gemstones, 'facettenreich' is especially often combined with 'Schliff' (cut), 'Edelstein' (gemstone), or 'Diamant' (diamond). The word then refers to the many small, flat surfaces of a cut stone.
Am Ring funkelt ein kleiner, facettenreicher Diamant.
A small, multifaceted diamond sparkles on the ring.
