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poetic
Having the qualities of poetry; poetical. The term describes expressive, imagery-rich, or atmospheric language or presentation.
Sie beschrieb den Sonnenuntergang mit sehr poetischen Worten.
She described the sunset in very poetic words.
The adjective 'poetisch' (poetic) belongs to the word family of 'die Poesie' (poetry) and 'der Poet' (poet). So it describes something that has the qualities of poetry.
Seine Briefe waren voller Poesie und hatten eine sehr poetische Wirkung.
His letters were full of poetry and had a very poetic effect.
In its main meaning, 'poetisch' (poetic) is often used to describe language or art. Typical combinations are 'poetische Sprache' (poetic language), 'poetische Bilder' (poetic images), or 'eine poetische Beschreibung' (a poetic description).
Der Film beeindruckte durch seine poetischen Bilder der Natur.
The film impressed viewers with its poetic images of nature.
The figurative meaning 'wirklichkeitsfremd' (unrealistic) is often recognizable from context. It is usually used for ideas, plans, or notions and has a slightly critical undertone.
Sein Plan, ohne Geld die Welt zu bereisen, ist eine ziemlich poetische Idee.
His plan to travel the world without money is a rather poetic idea.
practical / virtually
'praktisch' and 'poetisch' can form an opposition in certain situations. 'praktisch' then means useful, functional, and easy to use in everyday life. In a figurative sense, 'poetisch' can be more dreamy, beautifully imagined, but not very realistic or useful. This contrast fits especially when evaluating ideas, plans, or solutions. A poetic idea may sound beautiful, but a practical solution helps directly.
Sein Plan klang poetisch, aber niemand wusste, wie man ihn wirklich umsetzen sollte.
His plan sounded poetic, but no one knew how it could actually be put into practice.
Für die Reise ist ein kleiner Rucksack praktischer als eine schwere Tasche.
For the trip, a small backpack is more practical than a heavy bag.