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romantic
Describes an emotional, often yearning or dreamy mood related to love and togetherness. It can refer to people, places, situations, or works of art.
Sie haben ein romantisches Abendessen bei Kerzenschein geplant.
They have planned a romantic candlelit dinner.
The adjective 'romantisch' (romantic) is derived from the noun 'die Romantik' (Romanticism/romance). This noun refers both to an emotional mood and to the art-historical period.
Die Landschaftsmalerei der Romantik ist weltberühmt.
The landscape painting of Romanticism is world-famous.
In its everyday meaning, 'romantisch' (romantic) is often connected with experiences and places that have to do with love and togetherness. Typical phrases are 'ein romantischer Abend' (a romantic evening), 'ein romantischer Film' (a romantic film), or 'ein romantisches Wochenende' (a romantic weekend).
Zum Jahrestag hat er ein romantisches Picknick im Park organisiert.
For their anniversary, he organized a romantic picnic in the park.
You can tell from the context whether the Romantic period is meant. Words like 'Epoche' (period/era), 'Musik' (music), 'Literatur' (literature), 'Maler' (painter), or 'Dichter' (poet) point to the historical meaning.
Im Musikunterricht haben wir romantische Komponisten wie Schubert und Schumann besprochen.
In music class, we discussed Romantic composers like Schubert and Schumann.
To describe an idealized or unrealistic point of view, the fixed phrase 'eine romantische Vorstellung von etwas haben' (to have an idealized/romantic idea of something) is often used. This usually suggests a contrast with reality.
Viele Leute haben eine romantische Vorstellung vom Leben als Künstler.
Many people have an idealized idea of life as an artist.
realistic
'realistisch' and 'romantisch' can be opposites when 'romantisch' means an idealized or unrealistic idea. 'realistisch' stays with the real possibilities and circumstances. 'romantisch' can then mean that you see something as more beautiful, simpler, or more emotional than it really is. Learners may confuse the words because 'romantisch' can also be positive and connected with love. But in this relationship, it is not about a candlelit dinner; it is about a glorified view of reality.
Die Vorstellung vom einfachen Leben auf dem Land war ziemlich romantisch.
The idea of a simple life in the countryside was quite idealized.
Vor dem Termin bleibt Tim realistisch und plant nur zwei Aufgaben ein.
Before the appointment, Tim stays realistic and plans only two tasks.