elegant
Translation
elegant, stylish, graceful, refined
Examples
Er trägt einen eleganten Anzug.
He is wearing an elegant suit.
Ihr Stil ist viel eleganter als meiner.
Her style is much more elegant than mine.
Sie hat eine sehr elegante Haltung.
She has a very elegant posture.
Grammar Patterns
((Adjective)) + Noun (Adjective modifying a noun) An elegant gentleman entered the room.
((to be)) + ((Adjective)) (Adjective as a predicate) Her clothing is very elegant.
Similar Words
Synonyms: stilvoll (stylish), geschmackvoll (tasteful), schick (chic); Antonyms: unelegant, plump (clumsy)
Etymology
From French 'élégant', from Latin 'eligere' (to choose). It implies a refined quality, as if carefully chosen.
Memory Tips
Sounds very similar to the English 'elegant'. Imagine an elegant elephant to link the sound and meaning.