ADJECTIVE
mächtig/ˈmɛçtɪç/powerful; mighty; enormous
mächtig is a German adjective that means powerful, mighty, or enormous. It is pronounced /ˈmɛçtɪç/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "mächtiger" and "mächtigsten".
Definitions
1.having a lot of power or authority(description of power or influence)
a.in control or commanding great influence
Sie ist eine mächtige Politikerin im Bundestag.—She is a powerful politician in the Bundestag.
2.very large; enormous(figurative, colloquial)
a.very, extremely (strengthening adjective)
Das war ein mächtiger Sturm letzte Nacht.—That was a mighty storm last night.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | mächtig |
|---|---|
| Comparative | mächtiger |
| Superlative | mächtigsten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "mächtig" mean in English?
- "mächtig" means powerful, mighty, or enormous. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "mächtig"?
- "mächtig" is pronounced /ˈmɛçtɪç/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "mächtig"?
- The comparative of "mächtig" is "mächtiger" and the superlative is "mächtigsten".
- What part of speech is "mächtig"?
- "mächtig" is a adjective in German.
