prachtvolle

Prachtvolle is the attributive feminine singular form of the German adjective prachtvoll, meaning splendid, magnificent, or lavish in appearance. It is used to describe nouns that denote beauty, grandeur, or ornamentation, often with a tone of admiration. Because it is attributive, it agrees with the noun: eine prachtvolle Blume, die prachtvolle Kulisse, das prachtvolle Interieur.

Etymology and usage context: The term derives from Pracht, meaning splendor, combined with the suffix -voll, meaning full of. It carries a sense of rich, visually striking quality and is common in descriptive prose, art criticism, architecture, and travel writing. It tends to convey a more ornate or lush impression than some synonyms, though it remains broadly positive. Related adjectives include prächtig (more concise, equally positive) and prunkvoll (ostentatious or showy in a stronger sense).

Usage notes: Prachtvoll describes something that stands out for its beauty, splendor, or lavish detail. In everyday speech, it can sound formal or literary, whereas more everyday terms might be kullt less ornate. The form prachtvolle is typically used with feminine singular nouns; other genders and numbers use corresponding inflections (prachtvoller, prachtvolles, or prachtvollen in various cases and numbers).

Examples: Eine prachtvolle Blume schmückte den Garten. Das prachtvolle Interieur des Palastes beeindruckte die Besucher. Eine prachtvolle Abendstimmung legte sich über die Stadt.

See also: Pracht, prächtig, Prunk, prunkvoll.