kühn
Translation
bold, daring, audacious
Examples
Das war eine kühne Entscheidung.
That was a bold decision.
Ein kühner Plan wurde vorgeschlagen.
A daring plan was proposed.
Grammar Patterns
((as adj.)) as an adjective before a noun He is a bold hero.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mutig, wagemutig, tapfer; Antonyms: feige, ängstlich
Etymology
From Old High German 'kuoni' (brave, experienced). Related to the English word 'keen'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'keen' knight with a 'kühn' (bold) plan to slay the dragon.