empfänglich
Translation
receptive, susceptible, impressionable
Examples
Er ist sehr empfänglich für neue Ideen.
He is very receptive to new ideas.
Kinder sind empfänglicher für Krankheiten.
Children are more susceptible to illnesses.
Grammar Patterns
((for sth.)) receptive/susceptible to sth. She is empfänglich für new experiences.
Similar Words
Synonyms: aufgeschlossen (open-minded), sensibel (sensitive); Antonyms: unempfänglich (unreceptive), resistent (resistant)
Etymology
From the verb 'empfangen' (to receive) plus the adjective-forming suffix '-lich'. It literally means 'receivable' or 'able to receive'.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'Empfänger' (a receiver, like a radio) which is 'empfänglich' (receptive) to signals.