episch
Translation
epic, heroic, monumental
Examples
Der Film hatte eine epische Länge.
The film had an epic length.
Das war eine epische Schlacht.
That was an epic battle.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to be/seem ((sth.)) The sunset was epic.
((epic)) + Noun ((epic)) + Noun He wrote an epic poem.
Similar Words
Synonyms: monumental, grand, heroic; Antonyms: banal, insignificant
Etymology
From Greek 'epos' (word, story). Cognate with the English word 'epic'.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'epic' movie or video game. The word is very similar across many languages, making it easy to remember.