Herrlich

Herrlich is a German adjective and interjection that conveys a strong positive evaluation. In everyday language it describes things felt to be grand, splendid, or delightful—such as weather, scenery, performances, or meals—and can function as an exclamation: "Herrlich!" meaning "Wonderful!" or "Delightful!"

Etymology and sense development-developing the meaning: Herrlich derives from Middle High German herrlîch (and related forms), originally meaning lordly or noble, from a root related to herr (lord). The sense broadened over time from regal or majestic to general notions of beauty, excellence, or pleasure. The modern usage covers both concrete qualities (a herrliche Aussicht) and experiences (das war herrlich).

Usage and grammar: As an adjective, herrlich agrees in gender and number with the noun: der herrliche Tag, die herrliche Aussicht, das herrliche Wetter. It can also be used predicatively: Der Tag war herrlich. With nouns, it forms common compound expressions such as herrlich schön or herrlich warm. In adverbial or exclamative use, it typically appears as herrlich: Es schmeckt herrlich. The term is widely understood across the German-speaking world and carries a vivid, sometimes emphatic tone; in some contexts it may be chosen for emphasis over milder synonyms like schön or gut.

Related terms and translations: English equivalents include glorious, splendid, marvelous, wonderful, or delightful, depending on context. As a surname, Herrlich exists as a German-origin name, though it is relatively rare.