fantastisch
[fanˈtastɪʃ]
The English word "amazing" can be translated into German as fantastisch.
The term is used to describe something that possesses uniquely wonderful qualities.
Meaning: possessing uniquely wonderful qualities (adj)
Which one should you use?
While fantastisch is a direct equivalent for amazing, it often carries a higher degree of wonder or intensity than the more everyday word toll, which is commonly used to mean "great".
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective fantastisch is indeclinable when used as a predicate adjective, such as in the phrase Das ist fantastisch. However, it takes various endings when used directly before a noun, for example, ein fantastischer Tag.
Did you know?
- If something is truly 'mind-blowing' or 'amazing', a German might use the colloquialism der Hammer, which literally translates to 'the hammer'.
- German speakers often use the word wahnsinnig to mean 'amazing' or 'insane' in a positive sense, though it literally translates to 'insanely'.
- While fantastisch implies wonder, using the word fantastisch to describe a person's character can sometimes imply they are a 'dreamer' or even unrealistic, due to its root in 'fantasy'.
Examples in context
- Tom sieht fantastisch aus.Tom looks amazing.This sentence shows how to use fantastisch to describe someone's appearance.Tatoeba #6618956 by Felixjp, translation #2237197 by CK
- Kate sieht fantastisch aus.Kate looks amazing.Tatoeba #7696945 by wolfgangth, translation #2480781 by shadyray601
- Layla sieht fantastisch aus.Layla looks amazing.Tatoeba #7246348 by dost, translation #7164683 by OsoHombre
- Der Sonnenuntergang am Strand war einfach erstaunlich!The sunset at the beach was simply amazing!
- Die Performance von dem Sänger war beeindruckend!The singer's performance was impressive!
- Das neue Restaurant in der Stadt ist genial!The new restaurant in town is amazing!
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Example conversation
Felix and Julia are discussing a concert they just attended.
- FelixDas Konzert war fantastisch, oder?The concert was amazing, wasn't it?
- JuliaJa, die Band war wirklich toll.Yes, the band was really great.
- FelixIch bin so glücklich, dass wir gekommen sind.I am so happy that we came.
- JuliaIch auch, Felix.Me too, Felix.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry fantastisch, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
