ADJECTIVE
edel/ˈeːdl̩/noble; precious; high-quality
edel is a German adjective that means noble, precious, or high-quality. It is pronounced /ˈeːdl̩/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "edler" and "edelsten".
Definitions
1.having noble or admirable qualities; morally elevated(quality or character)
a.noble in character or origin
Er ist ein edler Mensch, der immer an andere denkt.—He is a noble person who always thinks of others.
2.of high value or quality; precious(material or appearance)
a.made of precious or high-quality material
Sie trägt einen edlen Ring aus Gold.—She is wearing a precious ring made of gold.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | edel |
|---|---|
| Comparative | edler |
| Superlative | edelsten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "edel" mean in English?
- "edel" means noble, precious, or high-quality. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "edel"?
- "edel" is pronounced /ˈeːdl̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "edel"?
- The comparative of "edel" is "edler" and the superlative is "edelsten".
- What part of speech is "edel"?
- "edel" is a adjective in German.
