vielseitig
Translation
versatile, multifaceted, all-round
Examples
Er ist ein vielseitiger Künstler.
He is a versatile artist.
Das Messer ist vielseitig einsetzbar.
The knife is versatile in its use.
Grammar Patterns
((to be)) versatile He is very versatile.
((sth.)) is versatile ((in its use)) This tool is versatile in its use.
Similar Words
Synonyms: flexible, multifaceted; Antonyms: one-sided, specialized.
Etymology
From `viel` (many) + `Seite` (side) + `-ig` (adjective suffix). It literally means 'many-sided'.
Memory Tips
Think of a versatile person or tool as having 'many sides' (`viele Seiten`), like a Swiss Army knife has many functions.