klingt lustig
In German, "sounds fun" can be expressed as klingt lustig.
This expression is used to say that a suggested plan or idea seems enjoyable.
Which one should you use?
klingt lustig is more frequently used to mean "sounds funny" or "sounds humorous" in German. To more accurately express that an activity sounds enjoyable rather than humorous, use klingt nach Spaß.
What mistakes should you avoid?
While klingt lustig can mean "sounds fun", it is more frequently used to mean "sounds funny" or "sounds humorous" in German.
Did you know?
- The word lustig shares an ancient root with the English word 'lust', but in German it has evolved to mean 'funny' or 'merry' rather than sexual desire.
- In very formal German, instead of saying something 'sounds fun', speakers might use the verb versprechen, saying the activity verspricht Vergnügen, meaning it 'promises pleasure'.
- The word Spaß in klingt nach Spaß can be used in the phrase Spaß machen, which literally means 'to make fun' but actually means 'to be fun'.
Example conversation
Laura and Felix are planning their weekend activities.
- LauraWollen wir morgen zusammen Bowling spielen?Do we want to go bowling together tomorrow?
- FelixJa, das klingt lustig!Yes, that sounds fun!
- LauraSoll ich den Platz reservieren, Felix?Should I reserve the spot, Felix?
- FelixDas wäre super, danke Laura.That would be great, thanks Laura.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries lustig, CC BY-SA 4.0.
