golden
Translation
golden, gold, excellent
Examples
Sie trägt einen goldenen Ring.
She is wearing a golden ring.
Die goldene Herbstsonne scheint.
The golden autumn sun is shining.
Das war eine goldene Gelegenheit.
That was a golden opportunity.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) + noun golden ... ein goldener Ring
Similar Words
Synonyms: goldfarben (gold-colored), goldig (cute, golden); Antonyms: silbern (silvery)
Etymology
Derived from the German noun 'das Gold' (gold) with the adjectival suffix '-en'.
Memory Tips
It's a direct cognate of the English word 'golden'. Think of a golden treasure chest.