kaiserlich
imperial
Related to an emperor or an empire; coming from the emperor or belonging to him.
EXAMPLE
Der Gesandte überbrachte einen kaiserlichen Befehl.
The envoy delivered an imperial order.
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Meanings
kaiserlich
glorious
Used figuratively to mean majestic, splendid, or wonderful. Often used in the expression 'kaiserliches Wetter' for brilliant sunshine.
EXAMPLE
Bei kaiserlichem Wetter machten wir einen Ausflug an den See.
In glorious weather, we took a trip to the lake.
Usage tips
Word family
The adjective 'kaiserlich' (imperial) is derived directly from the noun 'der Kaiser' (emperor). It describes everything that belongs to an emperor or an empire.
EXAMPLE
Die Touristen besichtigten den kaiserlichen Palast in Wien.
The tourists visited the imperial palace in Vienna.
Fixed expression
The expression 'kaiserliches Wetter' is a fixed idiom for very nice, sunny weather. Sometimes it is also called 'Kaiserwetter'.
EXAMPLE
Am Wochenende soll es kaiserliches Wetter geben, perfekt für einen Ausflug.
There is supposed to be glorious weather at the weekend, perfect for a trip.
Historical context
The adjective 'kaiserlich' (imperial) is mostly used today in a historical context, when talking about monarchies such as the Roman Empire, Austria-Hungary, or the German Empire.
EXAMPLE
Die Ausstellung zeigt das Leben am kaiserlichen Hof um 1900.
The exhibition shows life at the imperial court around 1900.
Typical collocations
In its main meaning, 'kaiserlich' (imperial) is often combined with nouns that describe a ruler's power, possessions, or family, e.g. 'kaiserliche Krone' (imperial crown), 'kaiserliche Armee' (imperial army), or 'kaiserliche Familie' (imperial family).
EXAMPLE
Das Museum stellt die kaiserlichen Juwelen aus.
The museum is exhibiting the imperial jewels.
Compare with
kaiserlich vs herrlich
wonderful
Herrlich and kaiserlich can both be used to praise very beautiful weather. Herrlich is a general positive evaluation and suits many kinds of pleasant weather. Kaiserlich sounds more splendid and is especially associated with the fixed expression “kaiserliches Wetter” for brilliant sunshine.
kaiserlich
Der wolkenlose Himmel und der strahlende Sonnenschein sorgen heute für kaiserliches Wetter.
The cloudless sky and brilliant sunshine are making the weather glorious today.
herrlich
Die milde Luft und der warme Wind sorgen heute für herrliches Wetter.
The mild air and warm breeze are making the weather wonderful today.
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