Word Frequency (Worthäufigkeit) #1500
Word (Wort)

köstlich

Translation (Übersetzung) delicious, delightful, exquisite
Pronunciation (Aussprache) /ˈkœstlɪç/
A2
Adjective
Beginner
Neutral
Tags (Tags)
positive adjectives food sensory beginner-vocab
Köstlich is a common adjective used to describe food, drinks, or experiences that are exceptionally pleasant. It often carries a stronger, more enthusiastic connotation than simply 'lecker' (tasty). It can also be used ironically or sarcastically in informal contexts. The word is derived from Middle High German 'kostlich', meaning 'costly' or 'precious', reflecting its original association with valuable things.

köstlich - German Adjective - köstlich Meaning - köstlich Translation - köstlich Adjective Examples

köstlich is a German Adjective

Learn köstlich meaning, translation, pronunciation, and usage examples. köstlich is classified as an Adjective in German grammar.

köstlich Examples (Beispiele) in English

köstlich examples with English translations. See how to use köstlich in sentences. köstlich example sentences in English below.

Der Kuchen schmeckt köstlich.
The cake tastes delicious.
Describing food.
Wir hatten einen köstlichen Abend im Restaurant.
We had a delightful evening at the restaurant.
Describing an experience.
Der Duft von frischem Brot ist köstlich.
The smell of fresh bread is delightful.
Describing a sensory experience.
Sie erzählte eine köstliche Geschichte.
She told a delightful story.
Describing something amusing or enjoyable.
Dieser Wein ist wirklich köstlich.
This wine is truly exquisite.
Emphasizing high quality.

köstlich Word Family - köstlich Related Words - köstlich Family Members

köstlich Word Family (Wortfamilie)

köstlich word family includes related words, derivatives, and word forms. Learn köstlich family members with meanings, translations, and usage. Explore köstlich related words and expand your German vocabulary.

Derived Adverb (Abgeleitetes Adverb)
köstlicherweise
Meaning: delightfully
Tense: N/A
Example: Köstlicherweise war das Wetter perfekt.
Adverb
Related Noun (Verwandtes Substantiv)
Köstlichkeit
Meaning: delicacy, delight
Tense: N/A
Example: Diese Pralinen sind eine wahre Köstlichkeit.
Noun

köstlich Usage - köstlich Collocations - köstlich Idioms - köstlich Synonyms - köstlich Antonyms

köstlich Usage & Related Words (Verwendung & verwandte Wörter)

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köstlich Collocations (Kollokationen)

köstlich collocations are common word combinations that native speakers use. Learn köstlich word combinations and how to use köstlich with other words naturally.

köstliches Essen
delicious food
High frequency
köstlicher Wein
exquisite wine
High frequency
köstlicher Duft
delightful aroma
Medium frequency
köstliche Schokolade
delicious chocolate
High frequency
köstliches Gefühl
delightful feeling
Medium frequency
köstliche Überraschung
delightful surprise
Medium frequency
köstlicher Kaffee
delicious coffee
High frequency
köstliche Atmosphäre
delightful atmosphere
Low frequency

köstlich Idioms (Redewendungen)

köstlich idioms and expressions. Learn German idioms containing köstlich with meanings and explanations. Master köstlich expressions used in everyday German.

Das ist ja köstlich!
That's absolutely delightful!
An exclamation expressing great pleasure or amusement, often used humorously.
Köstlich ironisch
Deliciously ironic
Used to describe a situation that is ironically amusing or satisfying.
Sich köstlich amüsieren
To amuse oneself delightfully
To have a thoroughly enjoyable time, often with a sense of fun or laughter.

köstlich Synonyms (Synonyme)

köstlich synonyms - words with similar meanings. Find alternative words for köstlich and expand your German vocabulary. Learn köstlich similar words and their usage.

lecker
Meaning: tasty, yummy
High similarity
herrlich
Meaning: glorious, splendid
Medium similarity
vorzüglich
Meaning: excellent, superb
Medium similarity
wunderbar
Meaning: wonderful
Medium similarity
appetitlich
Meaning: appetizing
Low similarity
delikat
Meaning: delicate, delicious
High similarity
schmackhaft
Meaning: flavorful, palatable
Medium similarity

köstlich Antonyms (Antonyme)

köstlich antonyms - opposite words. Learn words with opposite meanings to köstlich. Discover köstlich opposite words and expand your German vocabulary.

scheußlich
Meaning: disgusting, awful
eklig
Meaning: disgusting, nasty
fade
Meaning: bland, tasteless
unappetitlich
Meaning: unappetizing
abscheulich
Meaning: abominable, horrible

köstlich Semantically Related Words - köstlich Contextually Related Words - köstlich Thematically Related Words

köstlich Semantically Related Words (Semantisch verwandte Wörter)

köstlich semantically related words - words that are conceptually or thematically related to köstlich. Explore köstlich related vocabulary and discover words in the same semantic field. Learn köstlich contextually related words to expand your German vocabulary.

Essen Geschmack Genuss Freude Vergnügen Aroma Gaumenfreude Leckerbissen

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