anzahlreicher

Anzahlreicher is a German adjective that translates to "numerous" or "manifold" in English. It is the dative singular masculine/neuter form of the adjective zahlreich. The root of the word is zahl, meaning "number" or "count". Therefore, anzahlreicher literally means "rich in numbers" or "abundant in quantity".

This adjective is used to describe something that exists in a large quantity or has many different instances. For example, one might speak of anzahlreicher Beispiele (numerous examples) or anzahlreicher Gründe (manifold reasons). Its grammatical function as a declined adjective means its ending changes depending on the gender, number, and case of the noun it modifies. In the specific form "anzahlreicher", it is used when the noun it describes is in the dative case and is either masculine or neuter singular.

The concept conveyed by anzahlreicher is not just about a high quantity, but can also imply variety or diversity within that quantity. It suggests a richness of elements, rather than just a simple, large sum. While "zahlreich" itself is common, "anzahlreicher" appears in more specific grammatical contexts within German sentences. It emphasizes the abundance and the distinct nature of the items being described.