knallig
bright / vivid
Very intense, bright, and eye-catching, especially when referring to colors.
EXAMPLE
Sie trug ein knalliges pinkes Kleid.
She was wearing a bright pink dress.
knallig
bright / flashy
knallig – knalliger – am knalligsten
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Meanings
knallig
flashy / striking
Very eye-catching, intense, or unusual, and therefore immediately noticeable.
EXAMPLE
Das Plakat hat eine knallige Gestaltung und fällt schon von Weitem auf.
The poster has a flashy design and catches the eye from a long way away.
Forms
Comparison
| basic form | knallig |
|---|---|
| comparative | knalliger |
| superlative | am knalligsten |
After der, die, das
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| nom. | -e | -e | -e | -en |
| acc. | -en | -e | -e | -en |
| dat. | -en | -en | -en | -en |
| gen. | -en | -en | -en | -en |
Add the ending to knallig.
After ein, eine
| masc. | fem. | neut. | plural | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| nom. | -er | -e | -es | -en |
| acc. | -en | -e | -es | -en |
| dat. | -en | -en | -en | -en |
| gen. | -en | -en | -en | -en |
Add the ending to knallig.
Without article
| masc. | fem. | neut. | plural | |
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| nom. | -er | -e | -es | -e |
| acc. | -en | -e | -es | -e |
| dat. | -em | -er | -em | -en |
| gen. | -en | -er | -en | -er |
Add the ending to knallig.
Usage tips
Word formation
'Knallig' is derived from 'knallen' (to bang). The word evokes a loud bang and therefore often describes a particularly strong, intense effect.
EXAMPLE
Die knalligen Farben leuchteten im Schaufenster sofort auf.
The bright colors immediately lit up the shop window.
Expressive style
'Knallig' is an expressive, somewhat colloquial word. It is especially suitable for vivid descriptions, advertising, and conversations about eye-catching things.
EXAMPLE
Sein knalliger Pullover war im ganzen Raum zu sehen.
His flashy sweater could be seen throughout the room.
Describing colors
When referring to colors, 'knallig' frequently appears with color names or color terms. Typical combinations include 'knalliges Pink' (bright pink), 'knalliges Gelb' (bright yellow), and 'knallige Farben' (bright colors).
EXAMPLE
Für das Kinderzimmer wählte sie knalliges Grün und leuchtendes Orange.
For the children's room, she chose bright green and vivid orange.
Eye-catching design
When referring to design, advertising, or an appearance, 'knallig' often describes a strong visual effect that immediately attracts attention. Common combinations include 'knallige Werbung' (flashy advertising), 'knallige Gestaltung' (flashy design), and 'knalliger Auftritt' (flashy appearance).
EXAMPLE
Die Firma setzte auf eine knallige Gestaltung ihrer neuen Internetseite.
The company opted for a flashy design for its new website.
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