schlagend
Translation
striking, conclusive, convincing, beating
Examples
Die schlagende Uhr weckte mich.
The striking clock woke me up.
Das ist ein schlagendes Argument.
That is a convincing argument.
Grammar Patterns
as an adjective (literal): 'striking/beating' The striking clock woke me up.
as an adjective (figurative): 'convincing/conclusive' That is a convincing argument.
Similar Words
Synonyms: überzeugend (convincing), zwingend (compelling)
Etymology
Present participle of 'schlagen' (to hit, strike, beat). The meaning evolved from literally 'striking' to figuratively 'striking' or 'convincing'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'striking' argument in English. A 'schlagendes Argument' is one that 'strikes' you as being true and powerful.