powerful

ˈpaʊəfəl
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Translation of powerful into German

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Adjective

1.

physical strength

physically strong and muscular
  • He has a powerful build.Er hat einen kräftigen Körperbau.
2.

strength

having great power or influence
  • The powerful leader inspired the nation.Der mächtige Anführer inspirierte die Nation.
3.

emotional impact

having a strong effect on emotions
  • The powerful speech moved everyone to tears.Die kraftvolle Rede rührte alle zu Tränen.
4.

senses

Rare
very strong in smell or taste
Rare
  • The powerful aroma filled the room.Das intensive Aroma erfüllte den Raum.
5.

loud voice

Rare
loud and able to be heard from afar
Rare
  • Her powerful voice captivated the audience.Ihre kraftvolle Stimme fesselte das Publikum.
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Expressions with powerful: examples in English and translations in German

es in sich haben
beeindrucken
This tiny chili can pack a powerful punch.
kraftvolle Botschaft
starke Botschaft
The speech delivered a powerful message to the audience.
eine starke Präsenz haben
beeindruckend wirken
She has a powerful presence in every meeting.
immens mächtig
The immensely powerful storm caused widespread damage.
allmächtig
omnipotent
The all-powerful corporation dominated the market.
einst mächtig
ehemals mächtig
The once-powerful empire is now forgotten.

Synonyms and analogies of powerful in English

Examples of powerful in a sentence

  • Her powerful arms helped her lift the heavy weights.
  • Her powerful speech moved everyone.
  • The powerful storm caused widespread damage.
  • The powerful music left a lasting impression.
  • Her powerful words resonated deeply.
  • The powerful taste lingered on his tongue.

Translations of "powerful" in Context ordered by category and frequency

mächtigadj.

We expanded abroad under the wing of a powerful global corporation.

Wir expandierten ins Ausland unter dem Flügel von einem mächtigen Weltkonzern.

leistungsstarkadj./adv.

This top-of-the-line laptop is powerful, but it has a hefty price to pay.

Dieser Spitzen-Laptop ist leistungsstark, doch er hat einen hohen Preis.

kraftvolladj.

The powerful embracing spoke louder than words at their emotional farewell.

Die kraftvolle Umarmung sprach lauter als Worte bei ihrem emotionalen Abschied.

leistungsfähigadj.

The product is concentrated, powerful and free from active oxygen.

Das Produkt ist konzentriert, leistungsfähig und frei von aktivem Sauerstoff.

starkadj.

The surf was so powerful that it swept away several beach chairs.

Die Wellen waren so stark, dass sie mehrere Strandstühle wegschwemmten.

machtvolladj./adv.

But here I am, malignant and powerful as the sea.

Doch ich bin da, heimtückisch und machtvoll wie das Meer.

potentadj./adv.

The high is clear, powerful and long lasting.

Das High ist klar, potent und von langer Dauer.

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powerful: Examples and translations in context

Rumors circulated about betrayal within the inner circle of the powerful family.

Gerüchte über Verrat im inneren Kreis der mächtigen Familie machten die Runde.

The small kingdom survived under the shadow of its powerful northern neighbor.

Das kleine Königreich überlebte im Schatten von seinem mächtigen nördlichen Nachbarn.

She had nerve to testify in court against the powerful crime boss.

Sie hatte Mumm, vor Gericht gegen den mächtigen Kriminellen auszusagen.

Reporters keep their wits about them when interviewing powerful, evasive politicians.

Reporter müssen wachsam bleiben, wenn sie mächtige, ausweichende Politiker interviewen.

Public scrutiny can keep powerful lobby groups in check during election campaigns.

Öffentliche Kontrolle kann mächtige Lobbygruppen während Wahlkämpfen in Schach halten.

Years of legal pressure finally brought the powerful corporation to its knees.

Jahre juristischen Drucks zwangen den mächtigen Konzern schließlich in die Knie.

Good storytelling is a powerful tool of the trade for experienced teachers.

Gutes Erzählen ist ein mächtiges Werkzeug des Handwerks für erfahrene Lehrer.

Politicians go soft on regulations when powerful lobbyists start putting on pressure.

Politiker werden bei Vorschriften weich, wenn mächtige Lobbyisten Druck ausüben.

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all-powerfulpowerful message
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