spektakulär
Translation
spectacular, breathtaking, sensational
Examples
Die Show war wirklich spektakulär.
The show was truly spectacular.
Er erzielte ein spektakuläres Tor.
He scored a spectacular goal.
Grammar Patterns
[predicative] to be spectacular. Die Show war spektakulär.
[attributive] + Noun. a spectacular noun. Er erzielte ein spektakuläres Tor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: breathtaking, sensational; Antonyms: unspectacular, ordinary
Etymology
From Latin 'spectaculum' (a show, spectacle), related to 'spectare' (to look at).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'spectacle' that is so grand it's 'spektakulär'.