magical power / magic
die Zauberkraft, die Zauberkräfte
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magic power
A supernatural power that enables someone or something to perform magic and produce magical effects.
Die Hexe setzte ihre Zauberkraft ein, um den verwunschenen Prinzen zu befreien.
The witch used her magic power to free the enchanted prince.
magic
A special effect or charisma that deeply impresses people and captivates them.
Die Zauberkraft dieser Musik berührt auch nach vielen Jahren noch die Zuhörer.
The magic of this music still moves listeners even after many years.
| gender | feminine die |
|---|---|
| plural | die Zauberkräfte |
| genitive | der Zauberkraft |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | die Zauberkraft | die Zauberkräfte |
| accusative | die Zauberkraft | die Zauberkräfte |
| dative | der Zauberkraft | den Zauberkräften |
| genitive | der Zauberkraft | der Zauberkräfte |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
'Zauberkraft' (magic power) is made up of 'Zauber' (magic) and 'Kraft' (power). The compound therefore refers to a power connected with magic; depending on the context, it can be meant literally as magical or figuratively.
Im Märchen verlor der Zauberer seine Zauberkraft.
In the fairy tale, the wizard lost his magic power.
Kaum jemand kann sich der Zauberkraft dieser Landschaft entziehen.
Hardly anyone can resist the magic of this landscape.
In its magical sense, 'Zauberkraft' (magic power) often occurs with verbs such as 'besitzen' (to possess), 'einsetzen' (to use), 'verlieren' (to lose), or 'zurückgewinnen' (to regain). It often refers to characters from fairy tales, fantasy stories, or legends.
Der junge Magier besitzt noch nicht genug Zauberkraft.
The young magician does not possess enough magic power yet.
Erst am Ende der Geschichte gewinnt die Fee ihre Zauberkraft zurück.
Only at the end of the story does the fairy regain her magic power.
The figurative meaning is often clear when 'Zauberkraft' (magic) is associated with music, art, words, places, or memories. In such contexts, it refers to a powerful, captivating effect rather than actual magic.
Die Zauberkraft dieser Stimme ließ das Publikum völlig still werden.
The magic of this voice made the audience fall completely silent.
