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

Positivemächtig
Comparativemächtiger
Superlativemächtigsten

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.

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