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glamour
A fascinating, exciting, and often luxurious shine associated with fame, wealth, or beauty. It describes an aura of special appeal and elegance.
Die Filmpremiere in Cannes war von viel Glamour und prominenten Gästen geprägt.
The film premiere in Cannes was marked by lots of glamour and celebrity guests.
'Glamour' is a loanword from English and has a very similar meaning. In German, it is often used to describe the special shine of the world of stars, fashion, and luxury.
Die Preisverleihung versprühte den Glamour der alten Hollywood-Filme.
The awards ceremony radiated the glamour of old Hollywood films.
'Glamour' is an uncountable noun. It is usually used without an article or in fixed phrases like 'ein Hauch von Glamour' (a touch of glamour) or 'eine Prise Glamour' (a dash of glamour).
Dem Event fehlte es an dem nötigen Glamour.
The event lacked the necessary glamour.
Common combinations are 'viel Glamour' (lots of glamour), 'der ganze Glamour' (all the glamour), or verbs like 'Glamour verbreiten' (to spread glamour) and 'Glamour versprühen' (to radiate glamour).
Sie genießt den Glamour, der mit ihrem Beruf als Schauspielerin verbunden ist.
She enjoys the glamour associated with her profession as an actress.
luxury
'der Luxus' and 'der Glamour' are both connected with something special, expensive, or beautiful. 'Luxus' mainly means things or a lifestyle that are not necessary, but offer a lot of comfort and pleasure. This can be an expensive hotel, but also free time as something rare. 'Glamour' is more about a shiny, exciting impression, often with stars, fashion, or wealthy celebrations. Learners may confuse the words because both can seem rich and elegant. As a practical rule: 'Luxus' fits better with possessions, comfort, and expensive extras; 'Glamour' fits better with effect, appearance, and a special aura.
Auf dem roten Teppich fehlte es nicht an Glamour.
There was no shortage of glamour on the red carpet.
Ein eigenes Bad im kleinen Hotel war für uns echter Luxus.
Having our own bathroom in the small hotel was real luxury for us.