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mystical
Mysterious, enigmatic, and inexplicable in a way that is often associated with spirituality, magic, or the supernatural.
Die alten Ruinen im Nebel hatten eine mystische Atmosphäre.
The old ruins in the fog had a mystical atmosphere.
mystical
Relating to mysticism, a spiritual or religious tradition that seeks a direct, personal experience of the divine or of ultimate truth.
Die Schriften der Hildegard von Bingen sind voller mystischer Visionen.
The writings of Hildegard of Bingen are full of mystical visions.
The adjective 'mystisch' (mystical) is derived from the noun 'die Mystik' (mysticism). The ending '-isch' is a typical ending for adjectives that express belonging or relation.
Die Mystik beschäftigt sich mit spirituellen Grenzerfahrungen.
Mysticism deals with extreme spiritual experiences.
The general meaning 'geheimnisvoll' (mysterious) often refers to places or moods. The specific meaning 'zur Mystik gehörend' (belonging to mysticism) is found in religious, philosophical, or historical texts.
Der neblige Wald hatte eine mystische Ausstrahlung.
The foggy forest had a mystical aura.
In the meaning 'geheimnisvoll' (mysterious), 'mystisch' (mystical) is often used to describe a special atmosphere or effect. Typical nouns are 'Ort' (place), 'Stimmung' (mood), 'Kraft' (power), or 'Erlebnis' (experience).
Viele Menschen reisen zu diesem Berg, weil er als mystischer Ort gilt.
Many people travel to this mountain because it is considered a mystical place.
When it refers to the spiritual tradition, 'mystisch' (mystical) often appears with technical terms. Typical nouns are 'Tradition' (tradition), 'Theologie' (theology), 'Erfahrung' (experience), or 'Denker' (thinker).
In ihrem Vortrag sprach sie über die Rolle der Frau in der mystischen Tradition.
In her lecture, she spoke about the role of women in the mystical tradition.
magical
Magisch and mystisch both describe an unusual, difficult-to-explain effect. Magisch tends to emphasize a fascinating or enchanting attraction, while mystisch suggests a mysterious, often spiritual-feeling atmosphere. Magisch is a good fit for an enchanting effect, while mystisch is more suitable for a mysterious experience.
Der Nebel über dem alten See gab der Landschaft eine mystische Stimmung.
The mist over the old lake gave the landscape a mystical atmosphere.
Die Musik zog das Publikum sofort magisch an.
The music immediately had a magical pull on the audience.
