gnädig
Translation
gracious, merciful, clement, benevolent
Examples
Der König war ein gnädiger Herrscher.
The king was a gracious ruler.
Seien Sie gnädig mit mir!
Be merciful with me!
Das Schicksal war ihm nicht gnädig.
Fate was not kind to him.
Grammar Patterns
to be gnädig ((with sb.)) to be gracious/merciful (with sb.) Be gnädig with me!
a gnädig ((noun)) a gracious (noun) The king was a gnädiger ruler.
Similar Words
Synonyms: barmherzig, gütig; Antonyms: ungnädig, grausam
Etymology
From Old High German 'gināda' (grace), related to the noun 'Gnade' (grace, mercy).
Memory Tips
Think of a king granting 'Gnade' (grace/mercy). The king himself is 'gnädig' (gracious).