der Einfallsreichtum
Translation
ingenuity, resourcefulness, inventiveness
Examples
Sein Einfallsreichtum kennt keine Grenzen.
His ingenuity knows no bounds.
Mit viel Einfallsreichtum löste sie das Problem.
She solved the problem with a lot of resourcefulness.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.'s)) ((ingenuity)) sb.'s ingenuity The artist's ingenuity is admirable.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kreativität (creativity), Erfindungsgabe (inventiveness)
Etymology
Composed of 'Einfall' (idea, notion) + '-s-' (linking element) + 'Reichtum' (richness, wealth). Literally a 'richness of ideas'.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who is 'reich' (rich) with 'Einfälle' (ideas). This directly translates to 'resourcefulness' or 'ingenuity'.