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magisch
magical
Having an enchanting, fascinating, or mysterious effect. Describes a special atmosphere or attraction.
example
Der Sonnenuntergang am Meer war ein magischer Moment.
The sunset by the sea was a magical moment.
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Word family
The adjective 'magisch' (magical) is derived directly from the noun 'die Magie' (magic). If you know the noun, you can easily figure out the meaning of the adjective.
EXAMPLE
Kinder glauben oft an die Magie von Märchen.
Children often believe in the magic of fairy tales.
Typical collocations
In the meaning of 'enchanting', 'magisch' (magical) is often used to describe a special mood. Typical nouns are 'Moment' (moment), 'Atmosphäre' (atmosphere), 'Anblick' (sight), or 'Ort' (place).
EXAMPLE
Die Stille im Wald hatte eine magische Atmosphäre.
The silence in the forest had a magical atmosphere.
Context: fantasy & fairy tales
The meaning 'based on sorcery' is found especially in contexts such as fantasy stories, fairy tales, or legends. Typical nouns here are 'Kräfte' (powers), 'Zauber' (spell/magic), 'Gegenstand' (object), or 'Ritual' (ritual).
EXAMPLE
In der Geschichte findet der Held ein Schwert mit magischen Kräften.
In the story, the hero finds a sword with magical powers.
Compare with
magisch vs natürlich
natural / of course
'natürlich' and 'magisch' can be opposites when it comes to explaining an event. 'natürlich' then means that something can be explained by nature or ordinary reality. 'magisch' means that something is based on magic or supernatural powers. In stories, something can be magical; in a factual explanation, you would more likely speak of a natural cause.
magisch
Im Märchen öffnet ein magischer Schlüssel die geheime Tür.
In the fairy tale, a magical key opens the secret door.
natürlich
Die Ärztin erklärt, dass der Ausschlag eine natürliche Reaktion des Körpers ist.
The doctor explains that the rash is a natural reaction of the body.
In real life
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