schwindelerregend
Translation
dizzying, vertiginous, staggering, breathtaking
Examples
Die Aussicht vom Turm ist schwindelerregend.
The view from the tower is dizzying.
Das Wachstum der Firma ist schwindelerregend.
The company's growth is staggering.
Grammar Patterns
to be dizzying The view is schwindelerregend.
Similar Words
Synonyms: atemberaubend (breathtaking)
Etymology
From 'Schwindel' (dizziness) + 'erregend' (causing, arousing). Literally 'dizziness-causing'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'swindling' or swirling feeling when you're high up, which makes you dizzy.