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timeless
Not influenced by time or changes in fashion; of lasting value, style, or relevance.
Das kleine Schwarze ist ein zeitloses Kleidungsstück, das immer elegant wirkt.
The little black dress is a timeless garment that always looks elegant.
The word is made up of 'Zeit' (time) and the suffix '-los' (-less). The suffix '-los' means 'without'. 'Zeitlos' (timeless) therefore literally means 'without time' and describes something that does not go out of fashion.
Gutes Design sollte zeitlos sein.
Good design should be timeless.
'Zeitlos' (timeless) is almost always used in a positive, appreciative sense. It describes something of lasting quality, elegance, or relevance.
Die Musik von Bach ist von zeitloser Schönheit.
Bach's music is of timeless beauty.
'Zeitlos' (timeless) is often used in the areas of art, fashion, and design. Typical combinations are 'zeitloses Design' (timeless design), 'zeitlose Eleganz' (timeless elegance), 'zeitlose Mode' (timeless fashion), or 'ein zeitloser Klassiker' (a timeless classic).
Diese Uhr ist ein zeitloser Klassiker, der zu jedem Anlass passt.
This watch is a timeless classic that suits every occasion.
eternal / ages
Ewig means that something continues or remains valid without an end in time. Zeitlos describes something whose value or significance does not depend on a particular era or fashion. Use ewig for an unlimited period of validity, and zeitlos for lasting relevance across different periods.
Diese Wahrheit ist zeitlos und bleibt für jede Generation relevant.
This truth is timeless and remains relevant to every generation.
Nach seiner Überzeugung wird diese Wahrheit ewig gelten.
In his view, this truth will remain valid forever.
