Also means
wide-ranging in ability
Usage Note
Vielseitig praises breadth of talent or knowledge: ein vielseitiger Künstler masters multiple art forms. It is a strong positive in German CVs and character descriptions and is distinct from allrounder, which is the English loan word Germans also use.
Examples
"Sie ist eine vielseitige Sportlerin, die sowohl Schwimmen als auch Klettern beherrscht."
Natural Translation
She is a versatile athlete who is proficient in both swimming and climbing.
Literal Translation
She is a many-sided athlete who both swimming and climbing masters.
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