wichtig
Translation
important, significant, major, vital
Examples
Das ist eine wichtige Frage.
That is an important question.
Es ist wichtig, pünktlich zu sein.
It is important to be on time.
Er hat etwas Wichtiges zu sagen.
He has something important to say.
Grammar Patterns
((sth. is)) important It is important to know the rules.
((an important noun)) an important (noun) That is an important point.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bedeutend, wesentlich; Antonyms: unwichtig, belanglos
Etymology
From Old High German 'wihtīg' (substantial, important), related to 'Gewicht' (weight).
Memory Tips
Think of something that has 'weight' (Gewicht) – it must be 'important' (wichtig).