das Wunderwerk
Translation
marvel, wonder, miracle, masterpiece
Examples
Die Pyramiden sind ein Wunderwerk der Baukunst.
The pyramids are a marvel of architecture.
Der menschliche Körper ist ein wahres Wunderwerk.
The human body is a true marvel.
Grammar Patterns
((a Wunderwerk)) + Genitive a marvel of sth. The bridge is a marvel of engineering.
Similar Words
Meisterwerk (masterpiece), Meisterleistung (masterstroke), Phänomen (phenomenon)
Etymology
A compound of 'Wunder' (wonder) and 'Werk' (work). Literally, a 'wonder-work'.
Memory Tips
Connect it to the 'Seven Wonders of the World' (Sieben Weltwunder). This is one of those 'wonder-works'.