Also means
eye-catching
Usage Note
Auffällig describes something that immediately draws the eye or attention, whether through colour, size, or unusual appearance. It can be positive (ein auffälliges Design) or negative (auffälliges Verhalten).
Examples
"Das auffällige rote Kleid ließ sie sofort zum Mittelpunkt der Party werden."
Natural Translation
The striking red dress made her the immediate centre of the party.
Literal Translation
The conspicuous red dress let her immediately become the centre of the party.
Related Words
- abgekämpft battle-worn, exhausted and haggard
- angelaufen tarnished, discoloured
- ansehnlich attractive, presentable, considerable
- anthrazitfarben anthracite-coloured, dark charcoal grey
- auffallend striking, conspicuous, eye-catching
- bereift frosted, covered with hoarfrost
- bestäubt dusted, covered with a fine powder
- blass pale
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