zauberhaft
enchanting
Extremely beautiful, charming, or delightful, as if created by magic.
EXAMPLE
Sie trug ein zauberhaftes Kleid auf dem Ball.
She wore an enchanting dress to the ball.
zauberhaft
enchanting
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Meanings
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Word structure
The word is made up of 'Zauber' (magic) and the ending '-haft' (-like). The ending '-haft' means 'like' or 'having the quality of,' so literally 'like magic.' It describes something that is so beautiful it seems magical.
EXAMPLE
Die Aussicht von dem Berg war einfach zauberhaft.
The view from the mountain was simply enchanting.
Use as an adverb
'Zauberhaft' (enchanting) can not only describe a noun (attributively), but can also be used as an adverb to modify a verb. It then means 'in an enchanting way.'
EXAMPLE
Die Kinder haben zauberhaft gesungen.
The children sang enchantingly.
Typical collocations
'Zauberhaft' (enchanting) is often used to describe people, things, or experiences very positively. Typical combinations are 'ein zauberhaftes Lächeln' (an enchanting smile), 'eine zauberhafte Geste' (an enchanting gesture), or 'ein zauberhafter Abend' (an enchanting evening).
EXAMPLE
Vielen Dank für den zauberhaften Abend!
Thank you very much for the enchanting evening!
Compare with
zauberhaft vs magisch
magical
Magisch and zauberhaft can both describe an especially beautiful and fascinating atmosphere. Zauberhaft tends to emphasize beauty and delightful charm, while magisch emphasizes a strong, mysterious, or difficult-to-explain attraction. Zauberhaft is a good fit for a charming scene, while magisch is more suitable for its special effect.
zauberhaft
Der kleine Garten mit seinen Blumen sah zauberhaft aus.
The little garden with its flowers looked enchanting.
magisch
Das warme Licht am See erzeugte eine magische Stimmung.
The warm light on the lake created a magical atmosphere.
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