magic potion
der Zaubertrank, die Zaubertränke
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magic potion
A drink in fairy tales and fantasy stories that is believed to have magical powers or a special effect.
Die Hexe braute einen Zaubertrank, der unsichtbar machen sollte.
The witch brewed a magic potion that was supposed to make the drinker invisible.
| gender | masculine der |
|---|---|
| plural | die Zaubertränke |
| genitive | des Zaubertranks |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | der Zaubertrank | die Zaubertränke |
| accusative | den Zaubertrank | die Zaubertränke |
| dative | dem Zaubertrank | den Zaubertränken |
| genitive | des Zaubertranks des Zaubertrankes | der Zaubertränke |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
'Zaubertrank' (magic potion) is made up of 'Zauber' (magic) and 'Trank' (potion). The base word 'Trank' refers to a drink; 'Zauber' shows that it is connected with magic.
Im alten Buch findet der Held ein Rezept für einen Zaubertrank.
In the old book, the hero finds a recipe for a magic potion.
'Zaubertrank' (magic potion) is especially often used with verbs related to brewing and drinking: 'einen Zaubertrank brauen' (to brew a magic potion), 'zubereiten' (to prepare), or 'trinken' (to drink). Its effect is also frequently described.
Die Zauberin braute bei Vollmond einen starken Zaubertrank.
The sorceress brewed a powerful magic potion during the full moon.
'Zaubertrank' (magic potion) mainly appears in fairy tales, fantasy stories, role-playing games, and films. The sentence therefore often explains what effect the potion has or who brewed it.
Der Zaubertrank verlieh dem jungen Zauberer für kurze Zeit große Stärke.
The magic potion gave the young wizard great strength for a short time.
